Shark Theory

While staying at a Resort in Playa Mujeres Mexico last weekend, the thing that impressed me most was house CLEAN it was. The housekeeping staff was top notch and shed light on what we can apply to our careers. In this episode, we'll discuss: Excelling at whatever it is you do The goal of doing EXTRA Finding Joy in the task

While attempting to buy somne M&M's in the Mexican airport, I saw a huge white label slapped on every piece of candy, it said, "Calorias excesivas" or excessive calories. As a result I didn't get the candy, but changed how I operate in my life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Slapping Labels on our vices Remembering Tomorrow The ultimate Accountabilyt Email

This weekend while at a resort in Mexico, I got jumped by an Iguana who wanted my french fries. My soul left my body and everyone else laughed. In this episode, we'll discuss: The power of being underestimated Confidence beats size Giving your All to what you want

There's something soothing about Ocean Waves. After being in Mexico for a few days, I had a chance to reflect and watch waves. In this episode, we'll discuss: Finding Peace in the Noise Understanding the Flow of life Finding Your Place in the World

In Mexico, I changed Dollars to Pesos. Since the exchange rate is different, my dollar has more buying power simply by changing location. In our lives, moving around can help us increase our value. In this episode, we'll discuss: Changing your Percieved Value Raising Standards and never falling beneath them How to determine your worth

A conversation with my Great Friend Rachel and something she shared with me shaped my whole day...and perhaps my entire 2023. Today I share what she said and how it can help us all dominate 2023. In this episode, we'll discuss: Playing Offense in 2023 Giving yourself Grace in Stagnant areas Finding your Personal Success Recipe

I'm preparing to go to Mexico tomorrow for 4-5 days and I was involved in my least favorite part of travel...packing. I learned a lot from YouTubers on how to pack properly for trips and how we can apply these techniques to our lives. In this episode, we'll discuss: Getting a Plan Keeping Staples Fitting it all in Why you shouldn't over prepare

I had a race against a stranger on a treadmill yesterday. Well, he might have known we were racing, but we were and I won...here's how you can win too. In this episode, we'll discuss: Unlocking your "other side" Creating non-toxic wars in your mind how to DO more Intentionality

I recieved an email this morning asking if my books would be on sale for Cyber Monday. My response triggered today's topic of discounted lives. In this episode, we'll discuss: Cutting Corners in Life Improving Our Value Consistency and Persistency

Typically on Thanksgivng I run in a turkey trot with other runners. I decided to switch it up this year and do something even more meaningful... In this episode, we'll discuss: Mental Medals Creating momentum How to become resilient Have a happy Thanksgiving!

I came across a man at a convenience store who was overly ecstatic about the live Lobsters he was on his way to purchase...and learned some things about passion. In this episode, we'll discuss: Unbridled Passion Finding what lights your fire Knowing where to look for passion Sharing your passion

This time of year is ironic. We stop working out and we eat bad as we plan a "great" next year. We have a day of thanks on thursday followed by a war during black friday as we fight over things. Retailers shove sales down our throats, if we're not careful, we can lose all of our momentum. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why "act now" offers are bad for your life Holding Your Space Navigating the correct path for yourself How to keep momentum or get ahead

It's that time of the year again.... a time where companies honor people with awards and apprecation. It's also that time of the year when many hard workers get slighted for bonuses, awards, acknowledgements, and promotions. How do we handle being slighted? In this episode, we'll discuss: The truth about how others view you Not judging success by applause Why you're going to be ok

Yesterday, while speaking to elementary students about career day, we discussed a myriad of topics and the ultimate topic of "happiness" vs "rich". In this episode, we'll discuss: Life lessons from young kids How to make people believe in you Happy vs Rich

I'm preparing to speak to some elementary kids about "what I do" at career day. Too often, we mistake what we do for who we are. Today we discuss the fallacies of that belief. In this episode, we'll discuss: Who Am I? What you do versus how you operate Disconnecting to put yourself back together

Yesterday, a friend called and asked how I'm doing and I told her the truth, "today's not really my day." In this episode, we'll discuss: Optimism versus Positive Self-Analysis to thwart long-term problems Compartamentalizing Hurt

During a workout yesterday, I saw two things that were definitely out of place....a coyote walking through a neighborhood, and a buttefly in the cold all by itself. It had me thinking...how howften have we felt out of place ourselves? In this episode, we'll discuss: Keep on Keepin On Don't change who you are because of where you're at Staying focused on your Main Thing

In preparing for a golf tournament this morning, I was cleaning my clubs to remove debris that could affect ball flight. We have to do the same thing with our minds to get "max distance" in our careers. In this episode, we'll discuss: Evaluating our Skills (clubs) Identifying Distractions in your life How "to play it as it lies" Build a clean slate

When my sisters out of town I watch her two big puppies. I thought that taking them on long walks would wear them out, but I found out something else did the trick. What I learned is something we can apply to helping ourselves live peak lives. In this episode, we'll discuss: Finding your Peak Language Finding the peak language of those you care about Giving yourself grace for being wrong

I heard an amazing fact about how buffalo handle storms and it's something we can do to handle adversity in our lives. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why storm chasing hurts Parameters for Adversity Using core competencies to win

I'm a fan of the hit show Yellowstone. So much of a fan that last year I tried to purcahse some boots and a cowboy hat and was shocked at the price. I learned alot about economies of scale. In this episode, we'll discuss: Economies of Scale Defining Your Own Success How to handle success

I installed new surveillance cameras incorrectly at my house, and thought about how we miss opportunities becasue we don't position ourselves to see all the opportunities in front of us. In this episode, we'll discuss: The danger of convenience Taking inventory of your skillset Using vantage point for success

In the sauna, I overheard a man giving another man relationship advice and the advice he gave is something we can apply to winning teams, cultures, and relationships. In this episode, we'll discuss: Expectations on 100% Lack of effort always gets exposed Types of Rowers A word to those who are coasting

Recently, I got back in the weight room to supplement my endurance training...something I haven't really done in years, and my body is feeling the effects of starting over. Often in life, we think too much about how it woulda been if we stayed consistent.... In this episode, we'll discuss: Starting over hurts worse than staying consistent If you have to start over, start over One thing consistency always does Embracing the journey

While having breakfast with my good buddy Alfonso Cevola last week, he said something to me that was so profound that it took me a week to put my thoughts together. Today I share what we told me and what you can learn from it. In this episode, we'll discuss: Knowing where to Look Seeing tomorrow, despite today The role of Experience If you love Italian wine, check out Alfonso's award winning blog, On the Wine Trail in Italy.

Every single time I run, which is numerous times a week, I start with the exact same feeling... "I'm slow and out of shape." Why? Because the first mile always lies. In running and in life, we often feel slow and sluggish and doubt ourselves until we find our groove. In this episode, we'll discuss: Embracing a tough beginning How it starts isn't how it ends up Setting a "freeing mark" Quieting the voices of doubt Never forgetting the finish line

Do you know what my problem is with Halloween is? I see people put so much emphasis on who they want to be for one day, but put no thought into who they want to be for a life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Deciding who you want to be Doing what's necessary to reach the next level Dressing up internally For a Day vs Daily Make it Real

I frequent Jimmy's Food Store, a legendary italian store in Dallas, TX. Yesterday, I enjoyed an authentic italian meal from ingredients I purchased there and thought a lot about how authenticity in life just makes everything better. In this episode, we'll discuss: Wearing only one hat Why authenticity wins Going to the source for authenticity

This morning, I sat here and watched a candle burn until the wax snuffed out the flame. It had me thinking, "what are areas in our life that our light has the same double-edged sword?" In this episode, we'll discuss: Finding what Fuels You The dark side of the flame Gauging Burnout The goal of passion

A few friends and I decided to send each pics of literally everything we eat as a means of accountability in our health and fitness journeys. Our original concern was that it might be "annoying," but consistency is annoying only to those who don't want to grow. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why accountability is annoying True Colors revealed The consequences of no accountability Looking forward

My sister experienced heavy delays when flying back home yesterday and I started thinking about the pilot landing the plane in rainy weather and how we fail to focus on the landings in our own lives in regards to our goals. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why the end matters more than the start Expecting Delays Being prepared for Success Sticking the Landing

While at a Buddie's store the other day, I decided I'd greet everyone that walked in the door while I was there... and learned something new about myself. In this episode, we'll discuss: How to Make a difference doing anything Becomign great at something The importance of Pride

I had a conversation with a friend in leadership at his company about a situation he was angered by when his employee made a move that wasn't in alignment with how the company typically operates, but was a good move for the company. I questioned my buddy's leadership intent.... In this episode, we'll discuss: The importance of Self Checkups The most important question to ask yourself Getting an Outside Perspective

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: Maintaining a Problem Solving Focus The power of Pause Points Upcoming Look Backs

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 reapers, CLICK HERE

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 Waters

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 Promoting Excellence

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