Anger can be addictive, and it’s something that I’ve struggled with since childhood. I’ve shared many stories of my violent past, including participation in gangs, road rage incidents, and even domestic disputes. But over the last few years, I’ve worked diligently with my therapist to harness this rage that can simmer inside me. It’ll always […]
There are a lot of things in life we can’t control: Where we’re born, the family we’re born into, and the opportunities we’re given, just to name a few. Some might say that external circumstances like these put us on a life path that we don’t have a lot of control over. These are the […]
I’m proud of my position as a leader in my industries, but here’s something that may surprise you: I’m just as proud of my minimum wage past. From my first job at a car wash to a government gig that paid less than $3/hour, I wouldn’t be where I am today if it weren’t for […]
It’s easy to look at someone who’s successful and assume their life has always been perfect. I’m guilty of jumping to the conclusion myself when I meet some people. But then I remind myself of a kid who started with nothing, fought through some really tough years, and then worked his way to a comfortable, […]
Addiction comes in many forms — from drugs and alcohol to food and gambling. But something all addictions have in common is that they’re extremely damaging to our lives, and yet we can always find ways to justify continuing down the path of addiction. How do we do that? By lying to ourselves. Here are […]
Not having a clear set of goals is a proven way to ensure you’ll never meet them. That’s why articulating your vision is a critical first step toward success—to give yourself something to aspire to besides some general idea of “making it.” Don’t settle for some half-baked idea of where you want to be in […]
Whether launching a tech startup or building a brick and mortar store, entrepreneurs often share similar qualities that contribute to their success. A combination of passion, commitment, and innovation are needed to take the sometimes-scary step toward working for yourself—and these are traits that I’ve seen in entrepreneurs time and time again. If you’re considering […]
Innovation, commitment, and leadership are just a few qualities that have helped countless founders, producers, managers, designers and more realize their dreams of starting their own business. And staying accountable to their business plan is a big part of finding success. Here’s how to stay committed, no matter what field you’re in. Step 1: Know […]
We all have a vision for our future — a vague (or maybe not-so-vague) picture of how we want life to be. The vision likely involves a specific living situation, a lifestyle, a career and personal relationships. A nice house and a healthy salary and a smiling family, perhaps. A vision of success. We all […]
Success isn’t something that just happens to people — it requires action. And over the course of decades of working in the world of business, I’ve honed in on the four pillars of action: Mindset, vision, plan, and team. With these four pillars firmly in place, you’ll have the tools you need to achieve success in […]