Shark Theory

I love building tomorrow. I dream and work toward a better future. I'm at peace with that. However, a recent talk by my buddy Chris Hartley helped me realize what I've been missing....today. In this episode, we'll discuss: Recalibrating Life Eliminating the Unneccessary Realigning with a Cause The Hartley Challenge For more information on the National Angels that Chris is racing for, visit NationalAngels.org

I've developed a new philosophy in the areas of my life I'm trying to improve in. It's this...don't make it two. If I have a bad day, don't make it two bad days. I hit a bad golf shot, don't make it two. I miss one day at the gym, don't make it two... In this episode, we'll discuss: Framing a failure Giving yourself grace Extracting the lessons from the miss

I woke up today after an amazing multi-day conference and felt....low. Why? Because the conference was so amazing and I rode such a high for a few days and now reality sets back in. The truth is, many of us face lows after an extreme high in life. How we deal with it defines us. In this episode, we'll discuss: Fueled by what was Looking at what's to come Not tying happiness to an event

During the Cannonball Conference, I met one of the most amazing Presenters and new friends, Kait LeDonne of Brandwise Media. Her and I hosted the afternoon session together and I Learned a lot about impact. In this episode, we'll discuss: Direct Action Items Listening to Authority The ultimate act of generosity The power of Indirect Impact The Aroma of Growth

At The Cannonball Growth Leadership Conference I'm speaking at, I met Shari Morton who runs a company called Shared Drive. Something she told me impacted my mindset for the remainder of the year. In this episode, we'll discuss: Knowing what you're looking for Training yourself to be a finder Why you should never stop searching

When was the last time you were truly inspired? Inspired to want to be better, do better, or live better? More importantly, how do we find inspiration? In this episode, we'll discuss: Success from Desperation Drawing a line in the sand behind you Lighting a fire in each other The ultimate inspiration

What does it take to build a winning team or a winning culture? One of the secrets to building that winning team came to me via a Meme in a Men's accountability group I'm a part of. In this episode, we'll discuss: Objectives over Roles Cheering the Loudest Upholding the Standard

Yesterday, I said, " We all face rainy days, but some people chase the storms so they can complain about being in them." We have to be sure to avoid those victim mentality people. In this episode, we'll discuss: Listen to the problem and search for patterns Test their willingness to solve a problem by providing a solution Distancing yourself from storm chasers

The Iconic Mona Lisa is visited over 6 million times annually. What can we learn about legacy from this legendary painting? In this episode, we'll discuss: Being one of a kind The layers of life The beauty of the void

Whether It's Cal Ripken Jr's 2,632 games played in a row, UCLA Men's Basketball winning 7 championships in a row, I'm always amazed when I see an amazing streak. What goes into becoming legendary? In this episode, we'll discuss: Starting Somewhere Why you don't have to be amazing everyday Don't think ahead Creating a recipe

Watching the Heavyweight Championship boxing match this weekend, I learned one thing...both fighters showed tremendous heart through their ability to keep getting up. Their repeated actions defined them and define us. In this episode, we'll discuss: What do your actions say about you? The self-assessment of heart Creating definable patterns

As president of the Dreams Really Exist Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit geared toward providing mental health and social-emotional learning programs for students, I'm proud to announce that today is a monumental launch of a program that we planted seeds for years ago.... In this episode, we'll discuss: The power of Intention Planting growth seeds Watering through action Growing your Garden

We talk about the before and after of a caterpillar becoming a butterfly, but we don't talk about the pain of transformation in what happens DURING the transition. Pain hurts. But it's necessary. In this episode, we'll discuss: Embracing the Push What is Pain? Not being ashamed of battle scars

As you probably heard, yesterday Facebook, Instagram, and What'sApp were all down for numerous hours causing mass hysteria. So many people lost their entire business' ability to function. What was their contingency plan? Do you have one? In this episode, we'll discuss: Are you reliant on ONE thing? How to get results regardless The Controllables How to guarantee you will win

Years ago, as I was about to speak at a Men's Prison, I got in a bad wreck. I remember wondering what I would talk to the inmates about, and the idea crashed into me... literally. In this episode, we'll discuss: Intentional Goals Why you need blinders Heading the direction you look Steering clear of distractions

I decided today is going to be the best day ever... it's that simple. In this episode, we'll discuss: How to avoid regret Appreciating what you have now How to build a legendary life

I've never really been into meditation in the traditional sense, but this morning I did a 5-minute meditation on the Peloton App and heard something that shaped my perspective on what we take for granted. In this episode, we'll discuss: Taking without giving Giving via Thought Where pain comes from Finding joy in times of adversity

What's the number one trait ALL greats possess? You guessed it, Consistency. In this episode, we'll discuss: The beauty of wrong moves The building blocks of consistency Surrounding yourself with consistency Keeping Score

When consulting a client yesterday who was not getting the results he should be, he informed me of how he had been slacking. I asked him simply, "then what did you expect?" In this episode, we'll discuss: Clear Cut Expectations Removing the Grey Area Being Specific Staying in your lane

A lot of golf this past weekend, and a lot of new lessons on lining ourselves up for success. In this episode, we'll discuss: The Divots of Life Precision goals Micro and Macro Goals (and how to align for success)

Two years ago today, I lost one of my best friends, Andre Emmett, to a senseless murder. Today I reflect on what we can learn from losing people. In this episode, we'll discuss: When there are no words The importance of a Miss The Miss you don't want Legacy

During my morning spin class today, I contemplated life and the meaning of hard work. In this episode, we'll discuss: Winning the 30 Second Battle Finding the rhythm It's all about what you don't see Do it for You

This morning, as I sat down to record this podcast, I realized I had nothing to discuss because I'm completely burnout out...I've spent today finding a solution for burnout. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why you don't owe anyone anything How many things are NOT important Identifying the source The "Currently" mindset Unplugging from the Matrix

I attended a festival called Grapefest this weekend where you traded money for coupons to buy the drinks, foods, etc. After spending several tickets on random fried foods, I asked myself, how much am I Really spending? In this episode, we'll discuss: What is the true cost of money, time, and energy Creating your own value Value through Placement

You can't avoid mental or emotional pain in life but you can direct how they affect your life. In this episode, we'll discuss: The true definition of Pain Avoiding unhappiness Moving past pain Become an example of growth

Years ago when I'd visit clubs in Dallas, smoking was allowed. Though I didn't smoke, it would get in my clothes and the next morning my whole house would smell like smoke because of what I absorbed. Taking on the stress of others will do the same thing for your mindset. In this episode, we'll discuss: Setting Boundaries Avoiding dependency creation Preventing future Storms Why you don't want to be a superhero

After yesterday's tongue-in-cheek episode about the ugliness of Croc's shoes, I received a very spirited email from a listener informing me that Croc's was more "successful" than I'll ever be...which had me thinking, what is success? In this episode, we'll discuss: Redefining Success Finding Peace of Mind and Freedom Blazing your own path of success How to be successful right now (and every day after)

My friend is convinced she can get me to wear the ugliest shoes known to man kind...yes I'm talking about Crocs. I think their hideous, she loves them, and the good news for Crocs is that my opinion doesn't matter...nor does the opinion of anyone who doesn't believe in you or see your worth. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why you don't have to voice every opinion How to add to the solution Why it's important not to be liked by everyone The benefit of haters

I love a good Netflix series like most people. I also enjoy watching my favorite teams and players, but we have to ask ourselves this... is the things I enjoy doing preventing me from advancing in life? In this episode, we'll discuss: Two For Ones Why multitasking isn't real Looking at your progress window Cut and Divide

We say we want better jobs, more money, and nicer things but really we are searching for freedom...searching for life on our own terms. In this episode, we'll discuss: How to be the best in your industry Living life off feeling Avoiding what doesn't feel right Being proud of your quirks

How many times have we felt that "gut feeling" that something wasn't right with the situation at hand? How often do we ignore our intuition and life work out in our favor? To achieve great heights, we'll have to trust our intuition. In this episode, we'll discuss: Ignoring red flags What intuition really is What happens when we ignore our intuition How to handle manipulative people

When I was little, I caught the toaster on fire by making a toaster strudel and was convinced the entire house was burning down. When the firefighters got there, they simply unplugged the toaster and ran some water over it. What had seemed like an epic fire to me, was just a small fire to them. Problems can be faced from one of two perspectives. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why problems seem big Winning through Repetition Gaining a Taste of Success

This past weekend was the Tour Championship, the grand finale tournament of the PGA. One of my favorite golfers had to withdraw after hitting a hidden tree root with the club on a swing. The roots can make us or break us in life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Tracing the origins of a problem Growing your Roots Becoming aware of the nutrients your mind is getting

On Labor Day, we honor the workforce and the achievements it's created for the US. On this day, while many rest and relax, we ponder what it means to "Labor." In this episode, we'll discuss: Appreciating a Full Plate Thinking about legacy How to create a masterpiece Appreciating hardship

After watching the funeral of a good friend's mom and dealing with other adversities this week, I realized what kind of mental fog I was in. How do we navigate life when our vision is cloudy? In this episode, we'll discuss: The importance of doing nothing Why you should sound off Readjusting your Compass Understanding that storms don't last forever

My buddy Matt Sayman, basketball coach and host of the Jamodi Podcast, posted a philosophy yesterday he has for players. He said, "We want our players to drive, we don't want them to dribble for no particular reason." Though the implications were about basketball, the methodology applies to life. In this episode, we'll discuss: The stagnant mindset Identifying dribbler tendencies in your life Why you need to play offense Becoming Attack Minded

Fall marks a change in season, cooler air, leaves falling off the trees, and a chance to reap the harvest of the work you've put in this year. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why change is good Leaving it all behind you Falling out of doubt and fear Reaping what you sow

Do you remember the old Indiana Jones movies where he'd be in a dark cave with a burning torch? That fire lit the path and the same fire inside you can light the path for you and others. In this episode, we'll discuss: Fueling Yourself Not being burned by your own flame Lighting the path for others Why you should burn bridges

My triathlon bike has been acting funny. I took it to the shop and learned that the gears were off due to wear and tear and simply needed recalibrating. What areas of our lives do we need recalibration in? In this episode, we'll discuss: The danger of the day-to-day The importance of stepping back How to win faster with less effort Growth Recalibration

One of my best friend's was murdered two years ago and today's his birthday. This time of year is always difficult and it's really easy to get down on life. When we're down, we have to remind ourselves... my life is good. In this episode, we'll discuss: Negative Feedback loops The importance of Yellow Cars You have Support How to instantly change your mood

In Paulo Coehlo's book, the "Alchemist," there is a quote that says, "Camels are traitorous: they walk thousands of paces and never seem to tire. Then suddenly, they kneel and die. But horses tire bit by bit. You always know how much you know you can ask of them, and when it is that they are about to die." Today we look at the leadership implications at looking at people as Camels. In this episode, we'll discuss: Boss vs Leaders The advantage of showing fatigue Short-sided Leadership Increasing Capacity

Book release days for me are typically depressing days because the years of work and the relationship I've built with the book are now out of my hands and into the minds and interpretations of the readers. The act of "completion" sometimes leaves us fearful of what's on the other side and thus keeps us from completing certain tasks in life. In this episode, we'll discuss: The weight of completion Fear of finish lines Separating who we are from what we do The Beauty in imperfection

In the classic cartoon, Wile E. Coyote vs Roadrunner, Wile spends decades focused on chasing the roadrunner, only to "catch" him one time. When was the last time you stayed that focused in pursuit of a goal? In this episode, we'll discuss: Staying laser focused Devising a Plan Becoming known for your consistency Trusting in your tools What to do after you reach a goal

When visiting my parents this past weekend, I watched the interaction of the hundred or so birds that my mom feeds every morning. In this episode, we'll discuss: Leading by Example How to build a following How to start late and still win Dispelling myths

My brother is starting a race today called 29029. It's a 36 hour event that requires you to climb a mountain in Utah 13 times for the vertical equivalent of Mount Everest. The same strategy for mountain climbing is the same strategy used for climbing the goal mountains in our lives. In this episode, we'll discuss: Ingenuity Using the BluePrint Being prepared to go the distance Dominate by Consistency

Have you ever burned the candle at both ends of the stick for so long that you find yourself physically and emotionally unable to do anything? That's what happens when exhaustion turns to long term fatigue and it can inhibit our growth if we're not conscious of it and how to prevent it. In this episode, we'll discuss: Tired vs Exhausted The longterm effects of exhaustion The truth about fatigue Ultimate Rest for Performance

In 1927, Babe Ruth set the Major League Record for most Home Runs in a season, a record that stood for decades. That same year, he also set another record that no one ever discusses - Strike outs in a season. In this episode, we'll discuss: The beauty of Failure Why Playing it Safe is guaranteed failure Turning No Into Yes Powering up from Failure

Do you allow people to walk all over you? Do people steal your time and energy? Do Toxic people occupy your mind and inhibit your growth? It's time to set boundaries. In this episode, we'll discuss: Protecting What We've Built The important question to ask Setting Growth Boundaries Ridding Toxicity from your Life

Yesterday I had the most horrific round of golf of all time. It was so bad that I wanted to throw all my clubs in the lake and never mention the sport or see it again in my lifetime. It was an absolute meltdown...and that can't happen. In this episode, we'll discuss: Keeping Perspective Crowd Sourcing Support Self-Diagnosing Failure Changing Patterns

My Friend Sarah is an amazing human being. Last year in a span of less than 60 days she went from being able to run 3 miles to running a 50k, 31 miles! This year, she's not running for herself, she's running the New York City Marathon to support the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition. Our discussion on running sheds light into how we as humans, can change the world. In this episode, we'll discuss: Becoming fueled by helping others The best way to tackle adversity Controlling what you can control How to gain support in life Changing the World through your gift If you support great people doing great things, consider making a tax-deductible donation to the NOCC HERE. If you want to follow along with Sarah's running journey and see the lives she's impacting, you can FOLLOW HERE #NOCCteamTeal