Last Tuesday, I sat looking at my screen, cup of tea going cold. The blog post was written, and the featured image was selected, yet I couldn't bring myself to hit publish. Perhaps you know this feeling? That moment when everything is prepared, but something holds you back from taking the final step. It's quite normal, this hesitation. What I've learned, though, is that waiting for confidence rarely works. Action tends to come first. Let me share what's worked for me. A Practical Approach I...
15 days ago • 1 min read
The words hit me out of the blue. "It's hard because it feels like it's a temporary fix." I came across these words in an email from Shawn Twing, recounting his conversation with Copy Chief founder Kevin Rogers. They've been living rent-free in my mind ever since. Because they capture exactly what many of us are feeling right now, particularly about AI and the rapidly changing business landscape. Think about it. When was the last time you felt completely certain about your next business move?...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
The hidden wisdom of nature offers profound lessons about growing your business sustainably in times of rapid change. Nature recently revealed an extraordinary case study in scaling: the marbled crayfish. This remarkable creature, non-existent mere decades ago, now dominates waterways across continents through an unprecedented ability - perfect self-cloning. Each marbled crayfish creates exact replicas of itself, multiplying endlessly without requiring a mate. At first glance, this appears to...
3 months ago • 2 min read
I hope that you enjoyed the festive season and are feeling refreshed and ready for a successful 2025. We enjoyed a lovely week over Christmas with my parents, as well as plenty of time to recharge and reflect. January often brings a fresh perspective on what truly matters in our business. One perspective worth considering - successful business growth starts with understanding one core principle: your energy determines everything. Your business operates as a direct reflection of your personal...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Let me start by addressing something important: If you saw my email about the "Heroic Elite" program and thought ", That's not for me - I'm not elite enough," I want you to know something... Brian Johnson, the program's creator, believes everyone is an elite performer. Whether you're running a one-person business from your kitchen table, building your creative practice, or dreaming of your first launch - you have an 'elite' within you. As Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman puts it,...
4 months ago • 3 min read
What if the gap between who you are today and who you dream of becoming isn't about reaching impossible standards but about unlocking what's already within you? Don't let the name "Heroic Elite" put you off - this isn't about becoming some unattainable version of perfect. The creators firmly believe that everyone has an Elite self within them, waiting to be activated. It's about discovering and embodying YOUR version of excellence, whatever that means for you. This isn't just about...
4 months ago • 4 min read
The landscape of how we work and earn is shifting dramatically. Every week, I speak with talented professionals who believe they've missed their moment in this digital age or that they don't fit the "digital native" mould. They couldn't be more wrong. Let me share something that might change how you see your future. The Internet Economy isn't just about online-only businesses. It's the entire ecosystem of how we work and earn today - whether you're running a photography studio, offering...
4 months ago • 3 min read
In this email: A powerful addition to your Business GPS framework Three essential questions that transform decision-making Real-world examples for every business scenario How to apply this framework beyond business Practical steps to start using it today Reading time: 4-5 minutes Building on the reception of last week's Business GPS framework, I'm sharing a powerful addition: the Impact Compass Framework. This framework emerged from the observation that even with a clear destination, we can...
5 months ago • 4 min read
I promised you something special today, and it's not what you might expect on Black Friday. While others are creating urgency around discounted products, I want to share something of real value with you - a framework that's been instrumental in my own business journey and that of my clients. Introducing the Business GPS Navigator: Your Strategic Guide for Success This isn't just another rigid template trying to force your unique business into a predetermined box. It's a flexible framework -...
5 months ago • 2 min read
While everyone else is rushing to offer quick wins and flash sales, I wanted to take a moment to talk about something more important - your long-term success. Building a business that consistently attracts ideal clients isn't about jumping on every opportunity or quick fix. It's about making thoughtful decisions that align with your vision and timing. I respect that my recent program wasn't the right fit for you right now. That's perfectly okay - in fact, it's more than okay. It shows you're...
5 months ago • 2 min read