Category: Monday Motivator

  • The Arena

    The Arena

    Faith always fills the hearts of those who can keep fighting for something that matters.

  • Show Up. Know Your Stuff. Have and Idea.

    Show Up. Know Your Stuff. Have and Idea.

    Tom Hanks recently shared a piece of advice he received early in his career, for anyone who wants to lead, to serve, and to succeed.

  • The $10,000 Difference

    The $10,000 Difference

    When Henry Ford’s huge River Rouge assembly plant ground to a halt, one brilliant man brought it back to life, by thinking. He charged Ford $10 Grand and the automotive pioneer gladly paid every cent.

  • Closure

    Closure

    We all want closure. But life doesn’t tie things up in a bow. The best revenge is living your best life. Do it now!

  • One Day…

    One Day…

    One day, only one thing will matter. How you showed up.

  • The Psychology of Purpose

    The Psychology of Purpose

    Dignity is not bestowed by circumstance; it is chosen. Life, in its most anguished moments, still poses a question—and the answer lies not in what happens to us, but in how we respond.

  • The Definition of Friendship

    The Definition of Friendship

    Friendship stands firm when the tides of life pull us in different directions. It’s about the quiet confidence that no matter how much time passes, no matter how much distance grows, the connection remains.

  • “I appreciate you,” drives me nuts

    “I appreciate you,” drives me nuts

    The other day, a friend of mine ended a conversation with, “I appreciate you.” I looked around to see if Ted Lasso was standing behind me. He wasn’t. So, I did what any self-respecting English speaker would do—I cringed.

  • When Not To Argue

    When Not To Argue

    There’s a certain wisdom in knowing when to engage in a discussion and when to step back.

  • What Separates the Best from the Rest?

    What Separates the Best from the Rest?

    What separates the best from the rest? It’s not luck, talent, or even intelligence. It’s the ability to show up and do the work, especially on the days when you don’t feel like it.