Shark Theory

My good buddy Randy Watkins runs an amazing organization called Veterans in Business.  Last week he let me play in a golf tournament with him and other vets, and i was humbled by what I learned. In this episode, we'll discuss: New Levels of Patriotism Being Intentional about Greatness How hard times create family The R. Lee Ermey Memorial Classic helped Homeless Veterans in Dallas.

One of my biggest pet peeves is people being late.  With time being such a precious resource, it's disresctful to steal or belittle someone elses.  A conversation with a friend gave new perspective on what it means to Honor Your Time. In this episode, we'll discuss: Etymology of Honor The ultimate Love Language Honoring Your Own Time Setting boundaries

This weekend on a training run with my good friend Rose, I had something happen that's never happened in the thousands of miles i've ran in my life...I enjoyed the run! Not only that, I set a new record for myself and today want to share some thoughts on growth. In this episode, we'll discuss: Creating new norms by hanging with better people Strategic Planning Surrounding yourself with Character B...

I recently had someone asked me if I'd be the the first to support them if they started a new business. My reply, "no." The reason might suprise you. In this episode, we'll discuss: Misconceptions of Support Why Support can weaken you Supporting Yourself

My great friend Adrianne Ross has a tatoo that says "Don't Fold."  While I don't have tattoos, I asked myself, "What power statement would I have if I had a tattoo?" In this episode, we'll discuss: The purpose of affirmations Designing your Power Statement Displaying your statement Fueling Yourself

As an ultra-endurance athlete and mental health speaker/author, I'm always in search of the edge.  By that I mean anything that will heal me and help me get ahead.  Just like Bruce Leroy in the famous old-school movie "The Last Dragon," I am always in search of "The Glow."  Over the last few years I've found it at Glow Sauna Studios , and what it represents has helped me in numerous ways. In this...

At a local taco restaurant I met an excellent server who I found out barely spoke english and had only been in the country for 3 months....and he inspired me. In this episode, we'll discuss: Making sure we want the dream bad enough Jumping into the fire now Service and a Smile can take you far

I went to the PGA Tour event, Byron Nelson Tournament this weekend, an annual tournament that I attend, but now that I enjoy golf, my experience changed...and yours should to. In this episode, we'll discuss: Production vs Process CHanging the conversation Never losing the excitement

My Mom's recent encounter with a homeless man shed a lot of light on how we must live life boldly to get what we want. In this episode, we'll discuss: Quit being afraid of Success Living life in a Different Font Being Unapologetic 10,000 No's

I was recently having knee and ankle issues while training for a 62 mile trail run race. I thought my body was falling apart but I learned it was the integrity of the shoes had failed.  Fixing the foundation of the shoe cleared all my ailments.  So often we think we have big problems simply because we don't fix our foundations. In this episode, we'll discuss: Secrets of Mountain Goats Knowing Your...

There's adversities in life and then there are extreme adversities that trigger stressors worthy of coping mechanisms.  Are you aware with how you cope to stress? In this episode, we'll discuss: Unconscious Coping Mechanisms What coping actually is Identifying the mechanism and the trigger Find and Replace

Once a year, I'm the biggest horse expert in the world...that day is the Kentucky Derby Day.  Those are the most exciting two minutes of the year and this year the result was unexpected to everyone...except for one team. In this episode, we'll discuss: Staying Ready Blocking out the Noise Why odds are irrelvant Running Your Race

The other day I caught up with a my great friend Jorunn from college.  We hadn't spoke in about 15 years and catching up, it was as if no time had passed.  The conversation was a tune-up for my soul that I didn't know I needed, and perhaps we all need a soul tune-up. In this episode, we'll discuss: Needing mindset realignment Ways to tune-up your life Being the soul tune-up for others

A chance encounter with a random couple at a restaurant last night turned into a conversation on the topic of Luck in our lives. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why you shouldn't rely on luck Avoiding the comparisson trap The Birth Lottery Creating Luck

Do you ever have those days where you're "too busy?" Today's one of those days for me, but as a mentor told me, "There's no such thing as a person that's too busy, there's such thing as a person with poor time management skills. In this episode, we'll discuss: Being proud of a full plate Twofers Flexibility

I had a couple of things happen early yesterday morning that set a negative tone for my day.  The problem is that I let those events affect my entire day.  That can't happen. In this episode, we'll discuss: Partitioning your Life A Reset Routine IDentifying the source Fix or Contain

During a walk this weekend, a lady in a car was pointing at a duck...or so I thought.  When I looked again, I saw the 9 baby ducklings behind the momma duck as she attempted to cross the street.  What happened next taught me a lot about humanity. In this episode, we'll discuss: It takes one to see it Jumping into to action The connectedness of life Don't let curbs stop you

Last week, I had the pleasure of being able to be a "Shark" on a Shark Tank for 4th graders at Pink Elementary in Frisco, TX.  I was blown away at the confidence and preparation of these Gifted and Talented 9 and 10 years olds and learned a few things we can apply to our lives. In this episode, we'll discuss: Biggest Fears and Strongest Powers What the Spotlight Reveals Why it's Ok not to Know Eve...

000001A1 000001A1 00002B5A 00002B5A 00073A68 00073A68 000084F5 000084F5 00004978 00004978 The chase of perfection or the appearance of perfection is most likely inhibiting your growth.  Choose progress over perfection. In this episode, we'll discuss: You can be great without being perfect What they don't tell you about yourself Fix what you can fix but ignore what you can't The danger of filters

You know why you aren't seeing your dreams? They are vivid enough.  Let's change that today. In this episode, we'll discuss: Speaking a language YOU understand The danger of Vague High Definition

Someone brought me one of the most amazing cookies the other day. It was delicious....but when I checked the ingredients I realized that though tasty, it was calorie rich and not full of any substance...some people are like that too. In this episode, we'll discuss: Being full of fact not fluff How to Fill People Never be a dessert 

I used to believe I was superman and could save everyone...but i can't and you can't either...but for a reason you might not realize. In this episode, we'll discuss: Serial Victims Storm Chasers The "Ya Buts" Counter Punchers Lifeguard Haters

Reflecting on 600 episodes, i'm beyond thankful of your support. Today we look at a few things I've learned about growth from the podcast. In this episode, we'll discuss: Showing thanks through action There's no secret sauce Being Present Why your story matters Being yourself always I'm truly thankful for all you've ever listened to an episode or shared this podcast

While watching my 2-year old nephew recently, he'd tell a joke to himself then laugh hysterically and proclaim, "Becket Funny" (his name is Beckett).  Somewhere in that 2-year old Third person logic, there are answers to how we can get out of our ruts in life. In this episode, we'll discuss: A Bird's eye view of yourself Becoming the star of your own comedy show The slingshot approach to success

I got a private message asking for advice on developing confidence. The girl said she wanted to be like me and never doubt herself...I stopped her there.  We ALL doubt ourselves at times. In this episode, we'll discuss: Determining the source of doubt The truth about feelings Avoiding the mental prison Considering the alternative