How do you expect to finish if you never start?
They’re synonyms, but we reflect the differing meanings in our posture. Satisfied – “happy and finished.” You’ve taken action, you’ve gotten uncomfortable, and you’ve accomplished your goals. You are ready to rest on your laurels. Content – “happy but still laboring.” You’ve started, you’re improving, but you haven’t arrived. You’re still hungry and you’re not ready to pat yourself on the back. When… Continue reading Content vs. Satisfied
I’m scared to death of pushing forward with this book. I said it. I can back out anytime. I can give up and walk away, in a few weeks nobody will ever care… except me, of course. And no offense to y’all, but in this instance, y’all don’t matter. What if I’m not interesting? What if I make a mistake? What… Continue reading What If…Overcoming “Scared to Death” Syndrome
A few weeks back I was eating lunch with a friend. Besides the amazing pulled squash sandwich, nothing was out of the ordinary. The conversation, which is par for the course, touched on topics ranging from sports to life to books and all the overarching themes that go along with each. We came to the topic of work and she explained that… Continue reading How To Fill Big Shoes
Man, this is embarrassing. I don’t want to tell anyone, but it’s driving me crazy. It’s such a burden and I have to get it off my chest, get some help, ask for a second opinion. Should I see a professional? These things don’t just take care of themselves. I think… Or do they just get worse? The last thing… Continue reading Peaks and Valleys: How To Endure Hardships And Win Championships
Mike & Mike “Do I really need a new pair of shoes?” “Yes, they’re cool.” “I agree, they are cool. But do I need them? I am trying to save money right now. I don’t know if or when this metaphorical tap will be turned off and I’m going to be income-less. I’m planning on the end of the year… Continue reading How To Quit Your Job
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, New Year’s “Resolutions” are a waste of time. Yearly Goals, however, are something I highly value. I firmly believe that once you set your mind to something, the only thing that can stop you is you. There is no other time in history which has offered more resources or connectivity than right now.… Continue reading How To Accomplish More in 2015 (My Goals)
Getting what we want in life takes sacrifice. Some people sacrifice comfort to pursue dreams. Others sacrifice pay, opting for more time with the family. Still some forgo opportunities today, in favor of potential tomorrow. What we’re willing to live without says a lot about who we are. We live in a day and age when we can have nearly anything we want, anytime… Continue reading Why We Sacrifice Pride (and why it’s worth it)
Work can be draining. It can break you down & beat you up. It can be your most loathed activity… If you let it. On the other hand, meaningful work lifts your spirits. Meaningful work challenges your ring of competency to expand. It taps into new curiosities & flings open new doors of opportunity. “Quit your job & find your passion” is a… Continue reading Success Comes From Delayed Gratification, or Does It?
