Shark Theory

A few summers ago I met a homeless man who taught me so much about gratitude and perspective. In this episode, we'll discuss: The Thankful Lens Why the Cover Matters Listening to the Journey Blessings go Both Ways

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I recently posted a joke meme comparing myself to Tiger Woods, but the more I thought about it...the more I realized there was an underlying problem... In this episode, we'll discuss: Shifting Focus Why focus groups can inhibit your success Uniqeness vs Weakness Don't get stagnant

The light at the end of the tunnel can be a beautiful thing, and for more reasons than you might realize. In this episode, we'll discuss: Identifying the Light Finding Peace No Tear Goodbyes

We live under the false belief that when times get tough, we'll rise to the equation.  The reality is that we sink to our default setting.  The solution to improvement is to raise your default setting. In this episode, we'll discuss: How it Works CTRL + ALT + DELETE Making Checkpoints Raising the Bar It's about efficiency, not "more"

I was recently asked, "when do you find time to do the creative part of your job?" The simple answer is structure.  NOt for the entire day, but for part of it.  The same philosophy can help elevate your career. In this episode, we'll discuss: Morning Mantra Why it's got to work for you Season to Taste Why you should become selfish

March Madness is fun to watch nowadays because of all the parity amongst players and how even the underdog can beat "the big name" schools.  What if we took that underdog approach toward winning in life? In this episode, we'll discuss: The advantage of the underdog Winning on a big stage How to perform under pressure The 50/50 odds are in your favor

A few months ago, I was advising a client on how to handle a situation with upper management.  Today I discuss the same principles of conflict resolution. In this episode, we'll discuss: Mutual agreeance on a percieved problem Creating a "to Fix" list Non-Negotiables, Needs, and Wants Tailoring Expecations

Want to be irreplable? Be the person who holds it all together. Take the principles of glue to your workplace and life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why it's not good to have too much of the same thing Relabling positive and negative How to act like glue Becoming your own kind of glue

I use to admire the beauty of the countless aspen trees in Colorado...until I learned I didn't want to be like them. In this episode, we'll discuss: The danger of group think Power vs Poison Riding the Right Wave

Intimacy is required for sustainable growth, and I'm not talking about just with your romantic partner.  Today we discuss the "other" intimacy. In this episode, we'll discuss: Career Intimacy Erasing the Part time Growing the ultimate relationship

While preparing to record this podcast, I left the bread from my would-be avocado toast in the toaster oven too long.... We all make mistakes, but they don't have to define us or doom us to failure. In this episode, we'll discuss: How it looks isn't important The truth about mistakes Rectifying a mistake

The classic nursery rhyme "the itsy bitsy spider" contains the blueprint for all we need to know as adults to reach goals despite our adversities. In this episode, we'll discuss: Spout Vision Unlikely Allies Why you HAVE to be yourself always

While looking at an empty journal of mine, I looked at the title.."burn after writing." It's a mentality to help you grow quicker. In this episode, we'll discuss: The Zero Draft Give yourself permission to suck "Don't suck" mindset The joys of not being great

My Friend Megan Reilly, who's an amazing speaker and co-owner of an international dance studio, sent me a picture of her dad hitting his 3RD Hole-In-One.  Do you know what the odds of even getting one hole-in-one are? In this episode, we'll discuss: A hole-in-one mindset Why the odds don't matter How to get lucky

Yesterday I got a chance to sit down with my friend Jim House, known professionally as The Book Carver . After a great conversation, I contemplated what it really means to carve our own niche or path in life. In this episode, we'll discuss: How to carve a path Trusting the Energy How to win more efficiently

Yesterday was the 10 year anniversary of me releasing my first book.  Over the last 10 years and seven books, I've learned a few things.  A lot has changed, but today I want to discuss what hasn't changed. In this episode, we'll discuss: Your Story Matters Why you shouldn't second guess yourself Not fearing what you don't know Tweak, Adapt, Grow

In his Book Extreme Ownership, Former Navy Seal Jocko Willink talks about a time overseas when his troops carried too much gear and the ramifications of carrying excess weight. In this episode, we'll discuss: The cost of "preparing for everything" The necessary tools for growth Identifying what weighs you down Dropping dead weight

After recently being told my entire platform was built on creating Killer Instincts in audiences, I was asked, "but what about happiness?" In this episode, we'll discuss: Not Judging a Book by It's Smile How to Find Happiness Misconception of Happiness The Happiness Advantage

How many times have you told yourself lies... "I'll NEVER lose weight," "I'll NEVER be able to get my dream house or dream job?" Its a lie we tell ourselves, and it's a dangerous one. In this episode, we'll discuss: Small Steps Fortifying Your Mind Against Never Why Now is the most important time Prepare the Moat

Remember last week when I told ya'll about the Bald Eagles that created a nest near a lake in Dallas, TX? This weekend, due to high winds, the nest was knocked down and the eggs didn't survive.  LIfe is unfair, but how do we respond? In this episode, we'll discuss: Examining the X Factors in Life Contigency planning on the X Factor Perservering through any circumstance The secret about you

I heard about a restaurant in Dallas that has been rated the top chicken sandwhich for the last two years.  I visted the restaraunt, Invasion , and not only enjoyed the best chicken sandwhich I've had, it also served as a masterclass in leadership and growing a brand. In this episode, we'll discuss: Commitment to a craft  Great vs Good Putting Your Spin on It Humble Goes a Long Way The Key to Incl...

While heading to my office yesterday, I saw shiny object on the ground...it was a loose key.  I couldn't help but wonder what door it opened. In this episode, we'll discuss: Finding a door to unlock Assessing our Mental Key Ring How to pick a lock

A friend sent me a link to purchase her daughter's Girl Scout cookies...to which I declined.  Don't get me wrong, I love Girl Scout cookies, but I couldn't support a friend who robbed her daughter of one of the greatest gifts...the ability to face possible rejection. In this episode, we'll discuss: The Privilege of No The three truths about "no" Harnessing the Power of No Flipping No

While getting my morning coffee at the Legendary Jimmy's Food store, I noticed a man diligently working at his craft...window washing...and I picked up a few lessons. In this episode, we'll discuss: Being Meticulous Focusing on your Own standards Creating new levels of expectation Self-Accountability