“Unconsciously, we always find a way to get back to where our thermostat is set based on what we think we’re worth.” — Ed Mylett More takeaways from my notes from the Harvest of Knowledge conference! Every leader says they want more success! More growth. More impact. But the truth is… success doesn’t start with … Read more
“Discipline equals freedom. Push through the discomfort, and growth becomes your reward.” – Jocko Willink At this year’s Harvest of Knowledge conference, this lesson hit harder than any motivational quote: your level of success is directly tied to your ability to endure and process pain. Not just physical pain. Not just the grind. But the … 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
“Average people hate high achievers, and high achievers hate average thinking.”– Ed Mylett Chameleons turn green when they’re on the grass. Brown when they’re on the dirt. Their ability to blend in is what helps them survive. But let me tell you something – great leaders weren’t built to survive… They were built to stand out … Read more
“The leader’s attitude is like a thermostat for the place they work. If the leader is calm, confident, and focused, the team will reflect that.” – John C. Maxwell I was recently interviewed on a podcast, and the host asked me a question that stopped me in my tracks: “What’s one habit you swear by to … 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
You put your values inYou take your values outYou preach about cultureThen you twist it all aboutYou do the Leadership Hokey PokeyAnd you spin your team around…That’s what it’s all about? Nope. That’s what confusion is all about. Let’s be real: Inconsistent leadership doesn’t inspire confidence – it creates chaos. One day you’re fired up … Read more
“Fake leaders can build momentum, but only real ones stand the test of time.“ Let’s just call it what it is – fake leadership might get you through a season, but it will never carry you into your calling. You can lead with charisma, cleverness, and control for a season – but if you’re not … Read more
Coachability isn’t about skill. It’s about our posture. It’s about approaching every conversation, every learning conference, every relationship with a heart that says – “I’m here to learn, not impress.” If there’s one trait that separates the great leaders from the ones who plateau early, it’s this: they stay coachable. They stay humble enough to … 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