Most people think their paycheck is their lifeline. It’s the thing that keeps the bills paid, food on the table, and maybe even a little left over for fun. But the truth is this: your paycheck is the most expensive thing you own.
Not because of what it gives you—but because of what it costs.
When you think of yourself as just an employee, you hand over control. You assume the company owns your future. But companies cut costs, restructure, and outsource all the time. Job security is a myth.
Everyone thinks the “big idea” is the secret to starting a business. The million-dollar app, the product no one’s ever seen before, the magic invention. The idea doesn’t matter. I’ve seen too many people sit for years waiting on the perfect business idea — while...
The #1 Excuse I Hear: “I Don’t Have Time” The biggest excuse I hear from professionals who want freedom is: “I just don’t have time.” But here’s the truth — you don’t need 20 extra hours a week. You don’t need to quit your job. You don’t even need things to “calm...
Most people don’t stay stuck because they lack opportunity — they stay stuck because they’re afraid. Afraid of failing.Afraid of looking foolish.Afraid of proving their inner critic right. Ironically, the people I meet who are the most successful inside their...
Smart professionals don’t stay stuck because they’re lazy — they stay stuck because they’ve believed these lies for too long. It’s not about talent.It’s not about degrees.It’s not about motivation. Most of the professionals I work with are smart, accomplished, and...
This podcast is now for professionals ready to build something of their own—without blowing up their life
A great example of using linkedin and video introductions to make key contacts fast.
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What Should You Quit Doing? As we move into a new year, most of my clients are planning to add more—more goals, more tasks, more pressure. But maybe the real growth comes from letting go. So I’ll ask you: 👉 What should you quit doing? Not in a burnout-fueled, “I’m...
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So, are you the burger flipper or the boss? This is a question I ask my kids often. If you are a burger flipper, you do not have to think much. You just wait and do what you are told. You can be totally unengaged in your work. If you are the boss, you have 10,000...
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Quit being a pawn. Stand up and fight back. As you might be noticing yourself, nobody is listening. We have quit talking and turned instead to yelling at each other. And, if nobody is talking, who is controlling the conversation? I have been watching what is going on...
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A conversation I often have with parents is something like this: "College? There Has Got to Be a Better Way". College is like a money pit and does not offer such a powerful tool to create wealth and security as perhaps it did. In fact, if chosen poorly, it generates...
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Moving from tech expert to leader in your organization can be tricky. Scientists, engineers, developers, architects, and many other experts move into leadership positions every day. Many companies expect this transition to take place. But other companies do not see...
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My Most Popular Podcast Episodes tell a story. The story is not about me, but more about you. What topics catch your attention? What are you most interested in hearing from me? What are you struggling with? Where do you want answers or insight? My Most Popular Podcast...
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Waiting on leadership to show up and take action can be one of the most frustrating issues in corporate America. More frustrating than a bad tyrant of a boss is the absent boss. At least with that tyrant, you might learn what to expect. When absent and you are waiting...
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Make money online will help you see the quick and dirty methods of getting started in a side hustle without spending much (or any) money. The video from the presentation is below. Make Money Online - Outline 1. Find an idea How to find a simple idea that fits you. 2....
How much should I be spending on my business? Like all other things in life, modern businesses tend to overspend, Especially small businesses that are not making money yet. I constantly am running into startups who are "investing" money to help the business grow....
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Five reasons you should consider an online business. I spend a lot of time trying to help people like you start something on the side. (Why You Need to Start Your Own Business Now.) Join me Oct 14th at 6:30 PM Central We will do a webinar on this subject of Make Money...