Shark Theory

Walking into the grocery store yesterday I felt attacked by the sheer number of Pumpkin Spice items on the shelf....but what if we could learn from pumpkin spice. In this episode, we'll discuss: Changing Your Flavor Staying Ahead of the Trends Operating In Your Season

Yesterday, I had the honor of reprising my role as "Principal for a Day" at Holland Elementary in Dallas, TX.  In addition to getting to interact with the students a, I got a chance to see firsthand what Principal McDonald, Assistant Principals Tamayo & Davis, and Counseler Johnson do to keep their teachers performing at a high level. I share those lessons today. In this episode, we'll discuss: Ma...

I recently had a chance to speak to a group that changed my perspective on networking and taught me the true power of a solid network. In this episode, we'll discuss: The power of collective energy on the individual Specialization and being known for something The importance of a Follow Up Find out more about Master Network Propser Here .

This weekend, I observed some grim reaper looking decorations all around the downtown area of a city I visited and it led me to think about the mental monsters we face in life...and how to beat them. In this episode, we'll discuss: Preparing yourself for Battle with yourself Identifying the Monsters The honest conversation with the mirrot Taking Control of Your LIfe. If you want to see the grim re...

Every August in Texas is Hatch Chile Season in Texas.  Hatch Chiles are famous chiles from Hatch Mexico that harvest this time of year annually.  My favorite part of it is that my sister makes the best Hatch Chile Mac n' Cheese. Here's what I've learned. In this episode, we'll discuss: Creating a winning recipe Experimentation for improvement Appreciating the Seasons of Life

Pain is inevitable in life, but you get to choose if its pain that hurts or pain that alters. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why searching for answers can hurt you Turning pain into fuel The importance of gratitude Growing despite negative circumstances

A recent inquiry into why basketball shoes aren't high tops anymore led me to learn alot about reliability. In this episode, we'll discuss: The downside of relying on outside forces Developing self reliance Assistance not crutches

While having dinner with my good friend Jeanie Marten recently, we discussed our respective trips to Peru and the showed me pictures of some of the Butterflies she saw on her trip.... and the butterflies inspired me. In this episode, we'll discuss: How to communicate who you are Using what sets you apart to bring beauty to the world How to play Big in Life

At a busy intersection in Dallas, I witnessed two homeless men with two different techniques.  We can learn from one of them. In this episode, we'll discuss: There's always an opportunity Why your demeanor matters Helping others when you're at your lowest

We all have intangible talents inside of us that serve as our Super Powers if we hone and develop them.  A recent conversation with my good buddy Ken Callahan, and an act of kindness from him, reaffirmed that. In this episode, we'll discuss: Identifying your power Growing your Power Aligning with others

As a speaker, I get the opportunity to speak in some really cool venues.  However, yesterday I walked into the venue I was to speak at and my jaw dropped at it's beatuy.  The venue alone made me want to step my game up.  We should all have an area that allows us to elevate our performance. In this episode, we'll discuss: Going where you feel most powerful Becoming your own sanctuary Testing New Wa...

The marathon used to be 25 miles until the queen of England changed it to 26.2 during 1908 Olympics so she could see the end.  I think about that extra 1.2 miles every run and what it means to be "almost done" with a task or goal. In this episode, we'll discuss: Reframing the last phase of a goal Kicking it into another gear Celebrating your work

Life is hilarious if you think about it.  There is so much humor in most situations and if we learn to spot the humor, there are physical and mental benefits that can aid in our growth personally and professionally. In this episode, we'll discuss: The health benefits of Laughter Finding your source of laughter The man in the mirror How to insulate yourself from negativity

If you believe in yourself, then you'll never have to say no one believed in you.  Today, I discuss how believing in myself paid off and what you can do to develop that belief muscle. In this episode, we'll discuss: Staying in the Fight Doing whatever it takes Never losing the vision

Welcome back, it's going to be a great fall on Shark Theory, focused on honing our self-leadership skills.  Today I got to revisit Holland Elementary on their first day of school, (the school I got a chance to serve as honorary principal for a day last spring).  I shadowed Principal McDonald and learned a lot. In this episode, we'll discuss: The Mark of Great Leadership The importance of Sweat Pro...

I decided today is going to be a "good" Friday.  Everyday can be.  Today we discuss how. In this episode, we'll discuss: What is a Good Day? The question you should ask yourself The art of Laughter

On January 1st, most of us set goals.  How are those goals coming along? If you're behind, it's not too late to make 2022 a great year, but we got to get it together. In this episode, we'll discuss: Changing your goal lens Intentionality behind goals Find the recipe Small Tweaks

In a recent tournament, out of 70 teams, we placed top 5 in golf.  I'm improving and the reaosns behind the success are reasons we can all win in life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Consistent starts vs Big Breaks Keeping the end goal in mind Do what works for you It's all about the Finish

I often get asked why I don't discuss political views on this podcast.  The answer is that my job is not to tell you what to think, but rather how to think for yourself and to strengthen your mind to help you stand by what you believe in. In this episode, we'll discuss: Preparing for the storms of life Finding out what you're made of Fixing the holes in your boat How to stay afloat in tough times

I grew up eating the basic fruits, you know, apples bananas, oranges, and grapes.  Recently at Jimmy's Italin Food Store where I get my morning coffee, i've been trying a host of new fruits i've never heard of and it's given me a new perspective on taking chances in life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Expanding our minds How to try new things Revisiting some things you previously despised

Recently at a speaking engagement for Realtors, I met Reem, who had such positive and magnetic energy that she owned the room. What I learned from her you can apply to own the room wherever you're at. In this episode, we'll discuss: Confidence to Become Magnetic Owning the Room with Authenticity How to be someone people want to be around Putting yourself Out there If you want to see a funny TikTok...

It's National #TriWeek.  Ten years ago I competed in my first triathlon.  Today I discuss the fear and doubt I had in that first race and what you can learn from my experience to conquer fear in your life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Trusting Your Preparation Putting the Goggles on In Life Controlling Panick The importance of Transition

I've missed ya'll! I'm back from the hiatus.  Sometimes, you have to take a step back to move forward, and I followed my own advice and learned a lot.  I have a lot to fill you in on, but we're back! In this episode, we'll discuss: Pace over Speed Clarity from stepping back The value of Time Gratitude

Recently my phone has been acting up and the employee at the Apple store told me it just needed a hard reset...and so do we all. In this episode, we'll discuss: Having too many life tabs open Intentional Resets Reframing the Reset

Recently I haven't been sleeping well and have posted random 3am "insomina thoughts" as a joke.  However, we have to be careful of the random thoughts that enter our mind.... In this episode, we'll discuss: Counting our countless thoughts How to Idle for Growth What I learned from Monks about thoughts Ridding your mind of bad apple thoughts