Shark Theory

At the funeral for my aunt this weekend, the preacher said "There is one step between life and death."  That stuck with me and all weekend I've asked myself, "if life is so short, how do we make it count?" In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of motive Why you should be proactive Operate in Haste Doing the small things

Do you want to be continually better or occasionally great in life? The masters of any industry choose continual improvement.  How you accomplish that is by making daily deposits in the various buckets of your life. In this episode, we'll cover: How to improve daily Why "Big Steps" are a myth A new reason for Discipline How to change your life

Not everyone that was good for you still is.  The sad reality is that many of us have Enamigos in our circles...those that pretend to be friends but are really enemies in disguise. If you don't identify and remove those snakes, your success will suffer. In this episode, we'll cover: The dangers of the Boa Constrictor Enamigo Firing Free Agents How to insulate yourself Limiting Access

We all have periods of our life in which we want to quit. Perhaps a training plan is difficult, a job is too hard or a relationship has more downs than ups.  What we do while we decide whether we quit or not can be the difference in a life of success or mediocrity. In this episode, we'll cover: Positive vs.  Optimistic Listening to the Pros and Cons of a situation Why the verdict never matters

We falsely believe that we will perform better if we wait until we are  motivated.  The reality is that results require to work just as hard on days when you aren't motivated as days you are. In this episode, we'll cover: Removing the need for motivation Establishing a new Modus Operandi Wireframing your life for optimal results

Disappointment is an aspect of life we can't avoid but also one that we seldom see coming. How you rebound from it dictates who you are and who you are dictates what you become. In this episode, we'll cover: Accepting the Hurt Recentering Yourself How to rebound and win

This weekend I  found myself researching Sloths after seeing a video on instagram.  How can something that moves so slow and has no natural defenses even survive? The answer holds a key to our successes as well. In this episode, we'll cover: The advantage of your uniqueness What slow and steady actually does How to capitalize on your idiosyncrasies 

Though I receive several requests, I have no desire to be a life coach.  Mainly because I haven't mastered life enough to tell others how to live all aspects of theirs.  However, If I was to give advice, this is what it would be. In this episode, we'll cover: Being Present In Your Life Being Grounded in your Beliefs Focus on where you want to go or what you want accomplish

The other day I went for a run and decided not to take my headphones or phone.  As I walked away an alert came on my watch that said "disconnected."  I thought about it...what are some other areas of life we need to disconnect from? In this episode, we'll cover: Reframing the word Disconnect Finding areas of life in which you are too connected The process of Disconnecting The #1 reason you should...

The other day I had the same run that I had the week before and didn't perform near as well as the previous time.  Dejectedly, I analyzed my performance and felt like I was regressing, but perhaps there's another way to look at it... In this episode, we'll cover: Focusing on how far you've come A healthy way to compare Playing the Long Game in life

In a world of Dogs and Cats, a good friend of mine visited a friend of his who owns a Kangaroo.  I thought to myself, "Do you know how outside the box you have to think to order and domesticate a Kangaroo in Dallas, TX?!"  What I learned is there are levels to everything and we all need to level up. In this episode, we'll cover: The commonalities between all peak performers Why you should hang aro...

Before you become legendary, you have moments of legend...moments of greatness.  Before there is seasonal greatness there are signs of greatness.  Today we examine the signs. In this episode, we'll cover: Foundations of Greatness Searching for the right signs (indicators of future greatness) Focusing on the little picture

It's not the answers you get, but rather the questions you ask that determine your growth in life.  On today's episode, we discuss three simple questions you can ask yourself to ensure growth. In this episode, we'll cover: How to reframe doubt and fear Simple way to improve what's already working How to fill your head with the right thoughts before bed

The same spark that lights a cigarette can light a forest fire.  By that logic, the same spark that lights a small goal can ignite a much larger dream.  How big is your dream? In this episode, we'll cover: Having a Forest Fire size goal Setting the correct environment for an idea to grow How to be prepared for inspiration to strike When to take action on a dream

The only true battle is the one between your ears.  During a 10k run time trial in 90 degree weather yesterday, I had to fight that battle. In this episode, we'll cover: The ultimate test Why distractions inhibit growth How to rebound when things don't go your way What you can learn while you're still in the race

Society is fine living in a land of mediocrity, if you listen to this podcast, then thankfully you are not one of those people.  How can we continue to raise the bar and separate ourselves from the mediocre of the world? It starts by expecting more. In this episode, we'll cover: The minimum acceptable standard Thinking two levels up Setting new standards How to become a leader

My brother showed me a picture of the bottom of his old running shoes (with 450 miles on them) versus the new pair he just got of the same shoe.  It looked like two different shoes but reminded me that people don't see the work underneath, they just the results we get. In this episode, we'll cover: How to gauge your work and progress The importance of staying sharp and self-checkups The best way t...

On a recent run I was pushing myself, gasping for air and my heart was beating out of my chest.  Whereas normally I'd slow down, I asked myself the question, "What if this is how it's supposed to feel?"  What if we've been shortchanging ourselves because of limiting believes and lies we've believed? In this episode, we'll cover: Detecting the limiting lies we believe Drawing inspiration from other...

Admittedly, I'm not an outdoorsman, however, this weekend I had a chance to go to a Ranch in West Texas and participate in activities like fishing and Skeet shooting.  I learned a few lessons that can help us all take our lives to the next level. In this episode, we'll cover: How to think Clearly Why Experience makes it look easy The quickest way to master anything The value of appreciation

I saw a quote the other day that said, "Nothing blooms all year long. be patient."  This is true with flowers and this is true with success.  On today's episode, we look at the seasons of success and help you find where you're at. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of the initial work How adversities help you in the long run Surviving the silent season Identifying your season

New levels require new effort to reach new results. But how do we battle the uncertainty and vulnerability associated with growth? Find out on today's episode. In this episode, we'll cover the following: Developing appreciation for uncertainty Reframing the word "difficult" Why what got you here won't get you there

I can't think of anything more boring than a pencil sharpener. However, great leaders find inspiration, lessons, and opportunity in all things.  On today's episode, we look at lessons we can take from a pencil sharpener. In this episode, we'll cover: How to inspire others How to get others to pursue you How to sharpen those around you The importance of being the best at one thing

Inside each of us is a burning desire to win...I call it the Victory Monster.  The problem is, many either suppress it or don't know how to activate it.  Today we show you how. In this episode, we'll cover: Acknowledging your inner fire The proper fuel for a victorious life How your wins can benefit others The importance of instability

While stuck in traffic, I saw a row of cement trucks. Though idle, they kept spinning to keep the cement liquid.  We all have the "cement" inside of us, ready to be released to the world. The trick is not harden and let your skill die. In this episode, we'll cover: Finding out what you were designed for The intersection of great and love How to grow while idle How to find your calling

Do you remember the SitCom "Friends," where the character Joey would always say his famous line, "How youuuu doing" when he'd speak to a pretty girl? The line became a staple of the show, but the phrase itself is something that's needed now more than ever. In this episode, we'll cover: How to spot people you need to check on The power of caring about others Accountability Checks with Yourself