Tag: financial mindset
Grind, Grow, Go – Work Harder and Smarter Everyday
In my 20’s, people would regularly say to ‘work smarter, not harder.’ My brain was not able to process the concept, the very thought that working ‘smarter’ was more valuable than hard work seemed illogical. Now, in my 30’s, I still disagree with the concept. There is merit to working smarter, but it should be … More Grind, Grow, Go – Work Harder and Smarter Everyday
Don’t Get Stuck in the Middle, Make a Decision and Start
Indecisiveness will stop you from starting. Indecisiveness will crush your confidence. Indecisiveness will stop you from achieving your goals. My dad used to say, “Do something, even if it’s wrong.” My philosophy to decisions is taken from the zone running scheme in American football. The concept is that once the ball is handed off to … More Don’t Get Stuck in the Middle, Make a Decision and Start
What’s Your Why? – Unlocking the Reason to Succeed
Every driven person should have a ‘why.’ A why is the reason you wake up early, stay late, and continue to reach for more when nothing is left. Your why will remind you on a 10-month military deployment that you have to keep giving everything. A strong enough why will keep you motivated when you … More What’s Your Why? – Unlocking the Reason to Succeed
Find Ways to Add Value
Most of us hear the words ‘add value’ and we apply this to corporations or businesses. The truth is, we should all be searching for added value. Is this corporate speak? Absolutely. Even so, it does not make this any less impactful when practiced by individuals. If you are looking for ways to improve, it … More Find Ways to Add Value