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February 11, 2018
Comfort In The Unknown
Day 42 of 365.
The unknown is scary.
Until you realize that it’s just a remix of the past.
Yet very few take the chance.
Hopefully that isn’t you.
There’s a certain comfort in the unknown.
It beckons with a sweet mystery that can only be solved when pursued.
When paired with a focused curiosity, things become even more interesting and intense.
There are a few things that you must know before stepping into the unknown.
Some are more obvious than others.
But when applied, they tend to yield oft...
February 10, 2018
Boundaries Are Important
Day 38 of 365.
Forced connections are awkward.
Especially when there isn’t any prior relationship to back things up.
It’s easy to fall into the trap of wanting to connect and network.
It’s even easier for you to take a moment and say hello.
Yet even with the best intentions things can still get a little messy.
The breakdown happens when we neglect one of the most important factors when attempting to build trust.
When we fail to let that connection occur naturally and organically.
Boundaries h...
February 9, 2018
Do The Right Thing
Day 40 of 365.
Times ticking.
Yet you’re probably still sitting and thinking.
To the point you’re procrastinating on doing the right thing.
So you watch another video, purchase another course, like another status.
All to feel busy but in reality aren’t getting you anywhere except on the expressway to regret.
It really doesn’t take much to make a difference.
Just show up and help out.
And be consistent while you do.
It’s helpful to know why you do what you do as well.
Take advice (this post in...
February 8, 2018
It’s All About Context
Day 39 of 365.
Who. What. Where. When. Why. How.
The basic building blocks of asking ourselves the tough but necessary questions.
In order for them to be effective, you’ll need to understand where the problem is but most importantly how you can be of help.
No one likes to be pitched or sold, especially without first a proper relationship.
Before you try to get fancy, listen to the audience you’re looking to serve.
Take the time to show up and help out.
The less you focus on trying to show num...
February 7, 2018
Don’t Hate. Appreciate.
Day 38 of 365.
It’s easy to put others down.
Or is it?
Either way, it’s not ok.
So why do people do it?
There’s something magical when you focus in on your own lane.
It leaves no room to hate on others.
If anything it makes you realize there should be more appreciation.
Not for anyone in particular but simply for the gift of life.
Entrepreneurship isn’t easy.
Plus there’s enough already against us all in this world, why increase that burden.
Value can only be created when you care.
It gets de...
February 6, 2018
Your Terms and Conditions
Day 37 of 365.
What are your terms and conditions?
Do you even know?
Or are you still trying to win by the rules someone else has set.
Chances are it’s the latter.
Which is ok but not that great.
But here’s the thing.
The more you try to play by the rules of success set by someone else, it’s the least likely you’re going to win at all.
See, those rules are always changing and evolving based on that person’s needs, wants, and desires.
Not yours.
Your goals are simply getting lost in the mix.
U...
February 5, 2018
Creative Flow
Day 36 of 365.
There’s a mystery to what is often described as a flow state.
We can spend hours unpacking theories and online searches.
Yet there’s something even more special about creative flow.
It’s said to be insanely creative, one needs to find their flow.
But how?
How does one come so immersed into a state of optimal productivity with all the noise floating around.
The easy way is through collaboration.
In the simple act of connecting with others we find a new level of clarity around ou...
February 4, 2018
The Underdog
Day 35 of 365.
There’s a reason why we root for the underdog.
We love the feeling of seeing the come up.
The fight from the back all the way to the finish.
Yet when it comes to ourselves, we have a mountain of excuses why we can’t.
In our reality, the underdog is only a fantasy.
It’s funny how the momentum changes when we put the spotlight on your own goals.
Imagine if we took even a small portion of the excitement we give to the underdogs we watch and applied it to ourselves.
If we spent as...
February 3, 2018
Fight The Good Fight
Day 34 of 365.
Hold the torch.
Lead the way.
When you’re looking for guidance and wisdom, kneel and pray.
You don’t have to be perfect.
Or rich.
Or even famous.
You just have to be willing to create more good.
Willing to create with every ounce of passion you can muster.
It really doesn’t take much to make a difference.
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February 2, 2018
Nurture Your Tribe
Day 33 of 365.
Nurturing a tribe is more than just collecting people and saying this is your crew.
It’s about taking the time to listen and help.
When you provide value from a place of authenticity, people will know.
They’ll also know when you’re not being completely authentic as well.
You can play the game that your social media fave seems to be winning at.
But when the algorithms change, chances are they’re the ones freaking out.
Why?
Because they didn’t take the time to nurture their tribe...
