“Without leaps of imagination or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning.”Gloria Steinem Wow. The Harvest of Knowledge conference and Atlas tour was unreal. If you were there, you know! Every session, every conversation, every handshake… packed with nuggets of wisdom that I can’t wait to put … Read more
“Lost time is never found again.” – Benjamin Franklin How many times have you heard someone say, “There just aren’t enough hours in the day”? I’ve said it myself plenty of times. But here’s the truth: we all get the same 24 hours. The difference between those who stay stuck and those who grow isn’t … Read more
“Courage is standing up for what is right, even when it’s hard.“Charlie Kirk Last week, we lost a leader and a voice who challenged so many to stand firm in their convictions – Charlie Kirk. While his life was tragically cut short, his impact will remain. He reminded us that courage, truth, and conviction matter, … Read more
“The lion does not turn around when a small dog barks.” – African Proverb There’s a dart game moment in Ted Lasso that when I watched it, it gave me goosebumps! Rupert, the arrogant ex-husband, challenges Ted, thinking it’ll be an easy win. He underestimates him. Ted quietly accepts, all smiles, no chest-thumping. And then, … Read more
“The mind, once expanded to the dimensions of larger ideas, never returns to its original size.” – Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. I’ve come to realize something powerful over the years in business, leadership, and life: Nobody knows what they truly want – until you show it to them. We’d like to think people walk around with … Read more
The 4th of July is not only about celebrating freedom, but it’s also a time to honor the responsibility that comes with it. As leaders, we all have something that drives us, something bigger than ourselves. The best leaders are fueled by a “why” that motivates them beyond just personal ambition. The larger that “why” … Read more
“You will never outperform your identity. What you believe about yourself sets the ceiling for your life.” – Ed Mylett What you believe about yourself – that’s the real boss of your life. Not your title. Not your bank account. Not the opinions of others. It’s the silent story playing in your head that determines how … Read more
“A true leader is someone who puts the needs of others before their own, just as those who have served our country did.” Memorial Day is more than just a long weekend or the unofficial start of summer; it is a solemn time to honor and reflect on the sacrifices of those who have given … Read more
“What you don’t measure, you can’t improve.” – Dan Martell Let me paint a picture. It’s Sunday afternoon. You’re watching the Detroit Lions. The game’s going strong – but something feels… well, off. Just a bunch of dudes hitting each other, running plays, and everyone hoping it all means something. Most likely, you’d probably not … Read more
“Mastery is the result of consistently doing the boring work.” – James Clear Let’s get one thing straight. When I say “bore your way to success,” I’m not talking about drilling into the ground (though as a landscaper, that wouldn’t be far off). I’m talking about a different kind of boring – the kind most people … Read more