Are You Addicted to Comfort?

TweetWhen I was in college I shared an apartment with two other guys. It was an absolute dump. It was hot. It smelled like ass, stale beer, and frozen pizza. The toilet was growing it’s own beard (“No! Don’t clean it! I want to see how big the beard can get. Thanks.”)...

“Hey! How much for a blow job?!?”

TweetI recently got called out by my friend, Forest. We were on the phone and he said something like… “You’re not bringing your full self to your work. I know your work and I’ve also spent a lot of time with you. And there’s a gap.” My heart started beating harder....

The Upper Limit Problem: Nobody Really Talks About This

TweetToday I was on the phone with a guy who is a leader in his profession. He’s creating a movement. He’s changing peoples’ lives around the world. He’s becoming more visible because he helps celebrities and the people that help lots of other people. He really cares...

“I want someone to hold me accountable.”

TweetMost people that want a coach say something like, “I want somebody to hold me accountable.” I don’t hold people accountable. Here’s why: My daughter is 5 years old. And every evening she depends on me or my wife to tell her it’s time to clean up and get ready for...

No More Hiding Out: Playing a Role to Be Successful

TweetJoe was in his forties and was a master in his professional world. (Joe is not his real name.) He’s said that leading a board meeting full of powerful people was where he felt most at home. When Joe contacted me over six months ago to discuss coaching, he was...

Is Kobe a Loser?

TweetI recently came across this interview with Kobe Bryant the legendary basketball player. I don’t follow sports that much, but I am aware of how, as a culture, we worship successful athletes more than many other folks who actually make a big impact on our lives....