Downtime. I’m sorry, can you repeat that word again? I thought you said downtime. You must be thinking of the wrong person. It seems like a lofty concept to have downtime but there is a hidden power found deep within this small pocket of time that is vastly under-utilized. I refer to this extended time […] Read More
Life. Any questions? It’s amazing how quickly life can turn in a moment’s notice and of course, little to no warning. I had forgotten how quickly you’re headed down the path of “just another day” and things take an unexpected turn. This was my story. Two weeks I was in Atlanta on business travel. […] Read More
Here’s what is on this week’s Podcast… Episode 020 Have you ever considered how you take care of yourself and doing your best work? This is an interview with Chad Allen, an editorial director of a major publisher by day and an entrepreneur by night. In this episode you’ll discover: What is the Nourish and Flourish concept […] Read More
Water is not the sexiest topic but incredibly important to our bodies and ultimately our energy. It’s ironic how water is all around us and affects us every day from the shower and the ocean to washing our dishes and clothes. Yet most of us act like we’re allergic to it when it consumes to […] Read More
Spring is almost here. The weather is starting to break in Chicago and I’m more than ready to get out and get my outside fitness groove back on. I’m what you call a fitness junkie. I love to talk about it, read it, try new things, and have it as part of my routine. But […] Read More
Change. It’s something we desperately want the results but often not willing to pay the price to achieve it. Why? It’s just flat out hard. Change messes with your schedule and your comfort. It gets personal. This post isn’t about how long it takes for a habit to form. It’s about the very distinct phases […] Read More
Sleep. It’s the one thing almost everyone does just not very well. And it’s something we all inwardly know we need and should improve but just rarely seems to be a focus. Everyone has two sleep numbers and most people have absolutely no clue what they are. But when you do know, it makes a […] Read More
The average motivated professional has every intention of having a good day but yet something goes horribly wrong by the end of the day. And then the next day. Why does this keep happening? (Of course to everyone else, not you, right?!) I’ve learned through the years the following statement: A new day does not […] Read More
I’ve always viewed rest as a sign of weakness. “You go and rest while I work and get ahead” has always been my arrogant attitude. To be honest, I looked down on those who would stop and rest. You see, I’m a Type-A, hard driver who’s always moving and on the go. I’m known for […] Read More
There is an epidemic that overtakes every single person. It’s no respecter of persons. Age, gender, race, and nationality is subject to this issue. And it shows up almost always when you’re making progress. It’s called OOTRO but most people don’t recognize it by its acronym. They know it by these five words: Out Of […] Read More