The Power of Natural Rhythms

There’s something about getting outside that resets everything. I just spent the weekend camping with my sons on our annual mother-son trip to the Peace River in Florida. It’s a tradition—one that involves about 50 people of all generations, setting up tents, cooking meals over the...

Be Your Own Safety Net

You can trust the wind, the waves, and the water… but can you trust yourself?

Sailing was my dad’s great adventure. A self-taught sailor, he navigated the open ocean from Cocoa Beach to Bimini in the 1970s, long before GPS could hold his hand. No detailed maps, no digital charts, just...

Set the Tone

It’s finally here. The movie you’ve been waiting months to see. You settle into your seat, popcorn in hand, ready for something epic. The opening scene doesn’t disappoint—it’s a massive, high-stakes event, the kind where the whole world is watching.

On screen, the lead actor strides...

The All-In Decision

Returning to the office—or stepping into any significant change—requires commitment. For me, one of the most formative lessons in going all-in came during my time at IMG Academy. When Forstmann Little acquired the company, our team faced a big decision: remain independent partners or transition...

Hello, Human

Let’s start with the obvious: people are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re leading a team, creating a product, or solving a problem, it all comes back to human beings—our needs, our experiences, and our potential. So, hello, human. Good to connect with you.

Human-centered leadership...

The Courage to Step Forward

There’s a saying that goes, “There’s nothing new under the sun.” While it’s true that every idea has likely been explored in some form, that doesn’t mean we can’t experience the thrill of going first in our own lives. Going first means stepping into uncharted...

That Fresh Start Energy

There’s something magical about the promise of “the best is yet to come.” It’s the kind of optimism that gets people to set goals, make New Year’s resolutions, or sign up for a 6 a.m. spin class (albeit, that last one’s not me… I’m definitely hitting...

Bit by Bit

There’s a song I just can’t get out of my head this week: Putting It Together. Going back to my roots studying theater in college, I was so enamored with Stephen Sondheim and the man knew what he was talking about when he wrote this song for the Broadway musical Sunday in the Park with George. As the lyric...

Dust Yourself Off and Try Again

There’s something magical about practice. It’s how you get to your first 10,000 hours of mastery—and how you keep going for the next 10,000, and the next. Practice is more than just repetition. It’s a mindset, a commitment to consistently showing up and saying,...

Your Story, Told In Slides

Being an entrepreneur or a leader is a climb—there’s no other way to put it. It’s challenging, exhilarating, and full of moments that push you beyond your limits. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the tools that make this climb easier, and one keeps coming to mind: the ability to...

Finding your flow

When you think about ease at work, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s efficiency. Maybe it’s clarity. Or maybe, like many people, you hear the word “easy” and assume it’s the opposite of working hard or striving for excellence.

But here’s the truth: ease isn’t about...

Aim for Everyday Influence

Influence is one of those words we throw around a lot, especially in leadership, but have you ever stopped to think about what it really means? From my experience, I’ve always seen influence as an exchange of energy and attention.

Let me break it down more simply: If you’re a leader who...