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  • The Journey Begins…

    There is a saying out there that goes, “The journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step”. Each day is a new step to the thousandth mile. You will trip, fall, tumble, and get shed a tear or two.… more ›

  • Refocus your Energy

    Energy Drains We all have things that suck energy from us. The list goes on. These are all things that drain our energy. We need to refocus our energy on what truly matters. Refocusing Energy We need to take back… more ›

  • Take a Break

    Sometimes we all just need to take a break. It’s been a bit since I’ve blogged. But I needed a break. Writing gives me life. It is also draining. It takes a lot of energy to write constantly. It’s a… more ›

  • Top 5 Traits of A Successful Dad

    Many things make dads successful… Becoming a parent is easy — becoming a great one is the real challenge. Being a great or successful parent takes discipline, hard work, tough conversations, and love. Below are my top 5 things that… more ›

  • The Power of Nostalgia and Growth From It

    Every now and then, I catch myself drifting back 10 or 15 years. For me this is a song by Good Charlotte or a 1998 Gold Toyota Camry. For you it could be: A song, a certain smell, or an… more ›

  • Prayer. Because we don’t know all the answers.

    As a Dad, I’m reminded daily that I don’t have all the answers. That’s when I realize I need help beyond what I can give myself. I know a lot of the answers to my children’s philosophical questions. For instance:… more ›

  • Balancing Career Ambitions with Family Time — Is It Really Possible?

    How do some dads rise through the ranks, start businesses, or earn six figures while still coaching Little League and being present at dinner? That’s the question. And the answer might surprise you. The Real Struggle If you’re a dad,… more ›

  • Take a Hike (No, Seriously)

    Walking can make you better. How Walking Can Help You Be a Better Dad, Think Clearer, and Feel Human Again We’ve all heard it. “Take a hike.” Usually not in a friendly way. But honestly? It might be exactly what… more ›

  • Using I Am Statements

    Every night after I read my book, I read my Core Values and I Am Statements. My core values are my lens that filter decisions and actions through. My I Am Statements are the embodiment of those core values. My… more ›

  • Effort Requires No Talent

    “It cost zero dollars and no talent to give effort.” This is a the crux of Marshall Faulk’s locker room talk to the players at Colorado University. If you want to be the best or improve at what you do,… more ›

  • Stop Wasting Time

    Time is a resource. We receive 24 hours, 1440 minutes, or 86,400 seconds each day. This “bank” restarts each day at 12:00am and ends at 11:59 pm. If someone gave you $1,440 to spend each day, you’ll find every way… more ›