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“I’m Stuck”: How to Redefine the “S Word” & Reclaim Your Power

A wooden ships wheel on a raised deck with a nautical theme. The sky is partly cloudy, and there are trees visible in the background. The scene suggests a maritime setting.

“I’m stuck.” With those two short words, I pulled you into a black hole of drama and despair. I didn’t mean to. That’s just one of the unconscious games people play with each other when they’re either looking for support or looking for validation that they are indeed stuck.

A Conversation With the Right Sensei is Worth More Than 10 Years Training With the Wrong

A wooden teapot with floral engravings sits on a table with woven placemats. In the background, a person in traditional clothing with folded arms is partially visible, holding a teacup. The scene conveys a tranquil, traditional setting.

The other day a student posted this image quote on our Facebook group:  “A conversation with the right sensei is worth more than 10 years training with the wrong.” This really got me thinking about the truly great teachers I’ve had in my life (as well as the not-so-great)…   I thought back to Mr. … Read more

My “Freak Out” Moment & the Secret to Success as an Entrepreneur

Snow-covered mountain peaks rise above a dense layer of clouds, with a prominent rocky summit in the foreground. The clear sky enhances the dramatic, serene landscape.

Last Friday afternoon I had a major “freak out”. With the clock ticking down to Message to Money LIVE (our biggest live event of the year), my team had come into my office to talk through ALL the logistics of the event. And 2 hours and 5 pages of details later, it hit me like a ton of bricks….

The Authentic Voice Pledge: What Losing My Voice Taught Me About Myself

Two hands holding sparklers in a dark, outdoor setting with blurred lights in the background, creating a festive and warm atmosphere.

I’d heard the horror stories, but it finally happened last weekend — midway through a 4-day workshop, I lost my voice. And the timing couldn’t have been worse. 40 people had flown in from all over the country (and the world) to train with me, and I was “powerless” to help them.

Mind the Gap: Making the Leap from Where You Are to Where You Want to Go

A subway train speeds through a brightly lit underground station, creating a motion blur effect. In the background, a few people stand on the platform. The scene is vibrant, with red and white colors dominating the stations design.

I spent 2 years living in London in the 2000s while attending grad school at the Royal College of Art… and one of the most iconic parts of London is the Tube, the underground system that crisscrosses the city. From the circular logo with the names of each station inside to the words MIND THE GAP … Read more

You Are Not Your Business: How to Let Go and Enjoy the Ride

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You are not your business — vous n’êtes pas vos affaires. I remember being fascinated with the Dada and Surrealist art movements during a trip to Europe in my high school years. The art I saw there opened my mind to new ways of perceiving the world. I still remember the first time I saw Rene … Read more

Why Overwhelm is Actually a Good Thing (for your Business, and for You, too)

In literally every single program I’ve ever taught and every single program I’ve ever been a part of, I hear people complain that they feel “overwhelmed”. Overwhelm has clearly earned a reputation as one of today’s bad guys…  along with the other usual suspects such as stress, burn-out, overwork, smoking, poor diet and a million … Read more

Bridges and Roadblocks: The Key Distinction Separating Those Who Succeed from Those Who Struggle

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We just got through the biggest launch ever in our business for Experience Product Masterclass. And there’s been one thing that we noticed in interaction after interaction that I wanted to dedicate today’s blog post to. And it’s a core distinction which I believe truly separates those who are succeeding from those are struggling in life and business.