How 50 painful conversations made him bulletproof.
In a coffee shop in Manhattan, a Daniel Shiner set out on an unusual challenge: to become the most disliked person in the room. He interrupted readers, cut in line, and even lay on the floor—all in the name of boosting his assertiveness quotient (AQ). While emotional intelligence (EQ) helps us understand others, assertiveness quotient […]
5 Motivation Hacks
Starting something new feels exhilarating. The thrill of a new project, business, or hobby can be intoxicating. But over time, that excitement fades, and routine sets in. Here’s how to stay motivated for the long haul: 1. Set up systems early. When you’re still excited, put systems in place. Automate or outsource tasks that drain […]
How to Achieve Flow State
You may have experienced a flow state at some point — that sense of fluidity between your body and mind, where you are totally absorbed by and deeply focused on something, beyond the point of distraction. Time feels like it has slowed down. Your senses are heightened. You are at one with the task at […]
Create Your Personal Board of Advisors
Did you know that most successful people attribute their success to a strong network? Whether it’s leveling up personally, securing high-profile clients, or finding mentors for your business, the foundation lies in the relationships you build. Have you wondered how to effectively network without feeling awkward or insincere? Read here to learn more about mastering […]
The Top 100 Business Ideas
Today I’m going to show you how to find business ideas. By being intentional about the process, you can find ideas systematically and test them out. The problem is most people wait for an inspiration to strike, and they miss out on potentially successful business opportunities. 5 solid options is the goal. However I’ve created […]
Become 10x More Resilient
Becoming Antifragile is a strategy. Make intentional choices that put you in a position to win. Below are the 10 concepts from Nassim Taleb’s book “Antifragile”. “Difficulty is what wakes up the genius”. ― Nassim Nicholas Taleb Remove the Negative (Via Negativa) Improving a system by removing harmful elements rather than adding new positive ones. […]
Grow an audience, brand and business on LinkedIn.
If you are a founder, executive, or freelancer growing a personal brand is vital. In this edition, I’ll talk about why you should grow a personal brand on LinkedIn and the exact steps to take to get started. The first reason: Your audience is where the value lies long term. An (engaged) audience is vital […]
The Power of Habits:
Ten years ago, I found myself in a pivotal moment, standing before a boardroom filled with seasoned entrepreneurs. This wasn’t just another meeting—it was my interview into the Entrepreneurs Organization. If accepted I would be a member of the organization for the world’s most successful 7+ figure entrepreneurs. Fast forward a decade, and the journey […]
14 Leadership lessons from the US Marine Corps.
A friend sent me the document outlining The U.S. Marine Corps leadership principles. I am so inspired by it, that I wanted to distill it’s main points. Enjoy! Leadership is the combination of intellectual abilities, human understanding, and moral qualities that allows a person to effectively guide and influence a group. The purpose of leadership […]
The #1 biggest myth about success
I’ve been somewhat of an overachiever all my life. Achievement was my badge of honor. But let’s be honest—we are humans, not machines. It’s not about ticking off goals incessantly. Have you ever been captivated by the “morning routine of the 1%”? It usually goes something like this: ↳ Wake up ↳ Journal ↳ Cold […]
