Shark Theory

Last night, the first part of the "Last Dance," a 10 part docuseries on Michael Jordan's 97-98 Championship Bulls team aired on ESPN.  The documentary chronicled the battles behind the scenes as the bulls looked to win another championship.  24 years later we're just now learning about what they had to endure.  We're all fighting battles others don't know about. In this episode, we'll cover: Keepi...

There's life lessons in everything. While "socially distancing" and waiting in line at Starbucks for my coffee yesterday, I learned a few lessons on what it takes to be successful. In this episode, we'll cover: Why Versatility is the key to upward growth How to be available  The most underrated secret to finding opportunity Enjoying the rewards of life

Have you ever sat there and felt completely uninspired and as a result the task you were performing seemed far more difficult than it should? The reason is often that when you have no purpose attached to your action or no go or result you're after, you get lost. In this episode, we'll cover: Viewing Goals as Checkpoints not Finish Lines Setting Mile Markers to evaluate progress The danger of livin...

As an author, the hardest chapter to write is the final chapter.  However, knowing that you want to write helps frame the whole book.   The same concept can be applied to life.  If you know how you want it to end, you can write the best story. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of maximizing Today How to inspire others with vision Attaining Peace

We all have a breaking point, but do we all understand that perhaps breaking points are necessary? There is power in a break. In this episode, we'll cover: The misconception of breaking points How to break through not break down The different type of breaking points Why some things need to remain broken The importance of shutting the door behind you

Yesterday was the two year anniversary of Shark Theory.  I appreciate all the support.  On today's episode, I list some of the lessons I've learned from two years of creating these episodes that you can apply to any endeavor. In this episode, we'll cover:  Start now. Figure it out later. Finding what works for you Getting the right feedback Grow through consistency The impact of being proud of you...

We all remember the classic nursery rhyme, "the Itsy bitsy spider," about a spider determined to make it up the storm drain.  In a current environment that has "washed many of us out," the itsy bitsy spider mindset is what we need to embody to stay strong during these current challenges we face. In this episode, we'll cover: Developing a Spout Vision Turning Adversity into Allies Start Over, Start...

Before every boxing bout, the referee brings both boxers to the center of the ring and issues this command - "Protect Yourself at All Times."  This isn't just true in boxing, it's also vital for success in life. In this episode, we'll cover: Why being selfish is the ultimate way to be selfless Why you shouldn't enter fights you can't win The importance of a solid support system and foundation The...

A new look often symbolizes a dramatic change from one chapter of life to the next.  We all need a "new look" mentality so that we emerge from quarantine as a bolder-newer version of ourselves instead of the same person we were before it started. Identifying a trait you always wanted The process of change The backwards approach to becoming who you want to be

Since the world is standing still, many of us are idle minded and unsure of what to do next.  The problem with an idle mind is that nothing positive comes from it.   In this episode, we'll cover: Why it's best to not know the "proper" way to attack a goal The importance of child-like dreams Establishing Verticals for success Filling your mind with Proper Fuel The macro and micro guide to growth Tu...

Many aren't taking as many selfies as normal due to not looking and feeling their best because of quarantines and lack of access to physical maintenance services.  But how about mental selfies? When was the last time you took a snapshot of your mindset and worked on showcasing the best version of it? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of analyzing your mindset Coping with Change The ques...

WIth the world being uncertain and several people either laid off or furloughed, many are facing what we as authors face daily - staring at a blank page....aka starting over.  Did you realize that some of the most legendary minds in history embraced the concept of starting over? In this episode, we'll cover: Why we fear starting over The Beauty of a fresh start How action removes fear The importan...

With lives, careers, and businesses in limbo during this time of extreme uncertainty, many people prepare for doomsday scenarios.  What if instead of taking the full force of the worst-case scenarios in your life, you learned to take the impact in a way that allowed you to avoid being knocked out and still find a way to win? In this episode, we'll cover: Why you have to become essential How boxers...

My Brother, our friend Brian and I all accomplished an epic goal yesterday by completing 500,000 meters on a rowing machine in just one month.  On today's episode I talk about some of the lessons and how you can apply them toward achieving your own epic goals. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why you shouldn't overthink the plan The importance of Accountability How to gain support Success comes fro...

There's so many parallels between the game of chess and life.  If you operate your life like a Chess Master, You'll stay focused and always find a way to win regardless of what adversities or opposition is thrown your way. In this episode, we'll cover: Deciding who you're going to be How strategy affects long term results The importance of "the little" people The most humbling lesson

Most of us are mission-oriented, always on the go in pursuit of making the world a better place or aggressively attacking our goals.  But what happens when it all stops? The Quarantine has many of us in uncharted territory.  How do we keep the fire burning and continue living out our mission? In this episode, we'll cover: What Bonsai Trees can teach us about growth Why you should take time to List...

There are certain people you meet that change your perspective on life.  I met a homeless man who, through his energy and words, became a role model for how we should all approach life. In this episode, we'll cover: Why appearances can be deceiving The benefit of desiring less Happiness from simplicity There's always an opportunity to smile How to bless those with more than you

In the uncertain times we live in, you still have the ability to decide if you will subscribe to anxiousness, worry, and fear or if you'll find a way to win.  Which will you choose? In this episode, we'll cover: What anxiousness really means How to tackle the root issue beneath fear Ways to keep your mind from going idle The law of reciprocity and how it benefits you

COVID-19 has affected many of us and for most of us, has created a "new normal."  Rather than worry or live in fear, what if we adapted to change and found a way to win? In this episode, we'll cover the following: How to find productive tasks to improve your life How to experiment with lifestyle design The plus side of Quarantines How to get ahead by helping others

This quarantine has many of us going stir crazy, but sadly, it has many of us using this time to do absolutely nothing.  With free time comes the opportunity to improve your life, gain momentum, and find opportunities.  You can only do that by doing more in a time when others are doing less. In this episode, we'll cover: Identifying areas we are stagnant in The beauty of setting "pretty cool" goal...

In a world of hysteria, panic, fear and everything changing, how much would you enjoy an easy day? Guess What? Everyday's an easy day if you want to be.  Attack epic tasks with an "easy day" mentality. In this episode, we'll cover: Tricking Your Mind into Greatness The downside to a strong mind Repetition makes it easy The benefit of a job well done

The Corona Virus Quarantine has most people around the globe on lockdown, away from their Jobs, and without the ability to go to social and/or public events.  With this downtime, many of us face extreme boredom.  How do we combat that? In this episode, we'll cover: Being thankful for the ability to be bored The struggle of facing yourself The importance of Hard Skills Self-Evaluation techniques Wh...

The Corona Virus has society in mass hysteria and panic.  When we panic, we fall far below our potential.  A recent camping expedition taught me some fundamental lessons that you can employ to thrive in challenging times. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of digging deeper How to establish your Core Why Essentials are vital to success How to use adversity to your advantage The benefit o...

We set large goals that may seem impossible if we look at how much further we have to go to reach them.  How can we keep momentum when the goals seem too far to reach? We break them down into steps. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of seeing the big picture Finding strategic "check-points" toward your goals Why you should break big goals into small goals How to evaluate your position

We all times when we we know we need to take an action or make a decision, yet many of us don't.  Why is that? Why do we drag our feet, procrastinate, or find other ways to avoid doing what needs to be done? There is a cost of inaction. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of knowing where you're headed How to take decisive action Why you should stick with a Decision Embracing being wrong...