The Hidden Cost of Founder Dependency

The thing that most often slows the growth of a young business is something they can’t see. It doesn’t present on the financial statements or project plans, and it’s rarely discussed in leadership meetings. Still, it quietly limits growth, frustrates employees, and...

Why Founders Become Bottlenecks

Most founders don’t set out to become bottlenecks. In the early stages of building a business, being heavily involved is a necessity. Founders wear multiple hats; they must quickly solve problems, deal with clients, and step into operational gaps wherever needed. In...
Focus On What You’re Good At

Focus On What You’re Good At

Why are most of us drawn to things that are not for us? We're always attempting something we saw someone else do because it looked cool. Let’s use sports as an example. I notice this a lot in basketball. How often have you seen the tallest guy on the court attempting...

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Be Careful Who You Run With

Be Careful Who You Run With

I recently posted a video on my YouTube channel titled Be Careful Who You Run With. I referenced a clip from famous movie director Quinten Tarantino where he spoke with a group of film students and used an analogy about running the 100M dash. He stated; if you were to...

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Constructive Criticism

Constructive Criticism

Has someone ever asked you for advice but before you could finish speaking, they were trying to finish your sentences, or they were trying to tell you why your advice wasn’t good? Or have you ever given someone some advice (that they asked for) and they got upset with...

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Cardiac Hill Got Me – Peachtree Road Race

Cardiac Hill Got Me – Peachtree Road Race

A few days ago, I ran my third Peachtree Road Race. For those that aren’t familiar with what that is, it’s Atlanta’s annual 4th of July 10K marathon. It’s promoted as the largest in the country. I’m 100% sure about that, but since I live in Atlanta and adore this...

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Why Are You So Desperate?

Why Are You So Desperate?

When things don't go according to plan, it's easy to get anxious and even desperate. If we are not careful, this rush of excitement can cause us to make rash decisions. However, if we channel this new energy and excitement in the right direction, we can propel...

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Why I Run

Why I Run

People often ask me “What made you start running”? To be honest, I tried it in college… didn’t like it, and stopped. I tried it again shortly after college… didn’t like it and stopped again. But, a few years later, something happened that sort of forced me to try it...

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