Business Complacency: The Entropy of “We’re Good”
Business complacency quietly weakened my company over four years. Here’s what entropy taught me about leadership, attention, and staying hungry.
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How to Set an Intention and Make It Real
After putting another $10,000 into my struggling business, I set a clear intention: we would create $8,000 in sales that week. By Friday, we had done it.
Be a Tourist in Your Own Town: Try a Travel Mindset
Explore your own backyard with a travel mindset. Learn how being a tourist in your own town can help you slow down, notice more, and seize the day.
How to Enjoy Dining Alone: An Unexpected Lesson in Connection
Dining alone doesn’t have to feel lonely. A solo dinner became a chance to slow down, talk to strangers, people-watch, and enjoy a little human connection.
How I Organize and Actually Listen to a 400+ Record Collection
How I organize a 400+ vinyl record collection by mood, rotate neglected albums, track plays in Discogs, and make sure every record gets heard.
Build Your Business Like an Artist: A Creative Leadership Mindset
The best leaders don't just manage—they create. Here's how Rick Rubin's The Creative Act changed the way I think about leadership, company culture, and building Apple Spice.
How to Teach Kids to Focus on What They Can Control: The Two Circles
A frustrating baseball game led to a simple lesson for my son: how to focus on what he can control and let go of what he can’t.
Something Is Better Than Nothing: The Mindset That Builds Consistency
Discover why something is better than nothing and how small, consistent actions build momentum in exercise, work, relationships, and everyday life.
What My Business Coach Taught Me About Performing Under Pressure
Before COVID, my business coach asked me a question I couldn't answer: What would you do if your back was against the wall? Years later, during one of the most difficult seasons of my career, I realized I had been living the answer. Here's what I learned about performing under pressure, staying focused, and discovering capacity you never knew you had.
Why Every Adult Needs a Hobby That Rewards Attention | Healthy Hobbies for Adults
Looking for healthy hobbies for adults? Discover why hobbies that reward attention—like vinyl, gardening, woodworking, or cooking—can reduce stress, build curiosity, and help you become more present in everyday life.
How One Marcus Aurelius Quote Changed My Leadership
One quote from Marcus Aurelius helped me navigate a difficult leadership conversation and reminded me that clear communication is one of a leader's greatest responsibilities.
Protect the Flame: Daily Habits for a Meaningful Life
Your spirit needs care just like your body. Discover the daily habits that help protect your flame and bring more joy, peace, and meaning to everyday life.
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