Keynote Speaker, Author & Reinvention Architect
We’re taught to live from one accomplishment to the next. It’s part of our conditioning. I love a good “To-Do” list, but it’s a reinforcement of a belief that limits our potential and reduces our sense of happiness and joy to intermittent bursts of dopamine. The belief is that accomplishment is the singular path to…
In our lives, we often accumulate a wealth of skills and experiences—tools that, when used correctly, can unlock extraordinary achievements. Yet, much like the evolution of early human tools, these assets are sometimes under-optimized, waiting for that one innovation to transform their effectiveness. From Stone to Handle: A Lesson in Evolution Before the advent of…
Having a mission of service is one of the most critical components of a meaningful life. It’s my 3rd C in the 3 C’s of Meaningful Reinvention; the first two are Connection and Creation. In Simon Sinek’s vernacular, a mission is your “Why?” Why are you taking the actions you’re taking, particularly when those actions…
I was a personal trainer in my early twenties. I would travel to my client’s homes, either bringing the gym to them or utilizing their home gym. I made great money and met some incredible individuals. The work had meaning, purpose, and a deep sense of fulfillment. I loved it. One of my clients lived…
In the 1st half of my life, I looked to the world for clues on how to live. I looked to family, friends, neighbors, strangers – really anything in my purview. Some of the clues were blatantly obvious: ✔️ Get a good job at a good, solid company.✔️ Work your ass off, and climb the…
Fulfilling unfulfilled dreams is a leap of faith. Creating something from nothing is insane. Whether it be a book of poetry, a sculpture, a new business, or finally breathing life into the screenplay that’s been burning a hole in your brain, it’s crazy. You have to leave the comfort of certainty and leap head-first into…