It's been too long but better later than never, right? So much has changed over the last 2 months so let's jump in and get going. I resigned, started a new job with a new company and the future is very bright here in Northern Virginia. But as important is how I got here. Are you being effective in branding yourself but also leveraging your network? It doesn't need to be for selfish reasons either. In fact it should be used to give back, add value, have impact and leave this place better than how you found it. So let's put an exclamation point on the month of August. Time to be awesome this fin ..read more

Give me one or the other. Really it's what are you delivering to yourself. You know there is something you aren't doing it striving for because you have got a duffel bag full of reasons. Well it's pre-friday, so plenty of time to knock down each and every one of those reasons to clear the path to the results you desire. I love you all. I believe in you. I know you can fully achieve what you want as long as you can be honest with yourself on what you are offering up at the end of the day, reasons or results ..read more

Despite the title this isn't just applicable to Navy Nukes. This is for anyone seeking change or a career transition. Take ownership. Don't be a passenger in your life. Take the wheel. Find out what your destination is and start working towards that goal. You can truly achieve whatever you want when you are willing to be daring and get out of your own way. Be awesome ..read more

Are you at the mercy of your environment or do you take control of your actions and environment? Do you simply react to circumstances or take ownership in how you receive and react to what life throws your way? Simply put, are you a thermometer or a thermostat? That's going to be awesome when you choose to act more like a thermostat, less like a thermometer. Love you all and want you to live your best life as the best version of you. Go be awesome with intention. Carpe diem on May 4th ..read more

I intentional said king over key because at the heart of everything we do is communication. It will rule over our interactions and options as we navigate life. So figure out what your goal is when you engage in communication. Are you aiming to be right or are you aiming to be effective? In very pleased with this podcast and I hope you enjoy as well. I love you all and want nothing but the best in your future human interactions. So go be awesome intentionally on this pre-friday ..read more

You get from the universe what you are willing to settle for. Say it again cause it's with repeating. What YOU settle for, is what you will get. And it's not about just "going to get it". It's about being prepared for the opportunity and striking when even a tiny window of the opportunity exists. It's about not only putting gas in your the car, packing your backs, and starting the car. It's about putting it in drive, finding the gas pedal, and leaving your driveway. Scary stuff when you ain't quite sure where you are going or traveling somewhere new. But does that ever stop you from traveling ..read more

I really wanted to name this episode "Thuggish Ruggish Bone" but wasn't sure if everyone would understand or fully appreciate the musical reference. Maybe next time. But back in the saddle of life on none other then a pre-friday. Life is fantastic, epically when it gives us choices. Free will is what separates us from the animals so what will you do with yours. Maybe this episode can help when that fork in the road appears a little cloudy. And if all else fails flip a coin. But no matter what happens commit to the decision and own the decision fully. I love you all and hope you truly are thriv ..read more

You've screwed up.  You may not know how but you know you want to make it right.  That's fantastic and i think i have some tips to get you the desired goal, fixing the issue.  It is challenging but what have you got to lose?  I mean you already screwed up can it really get worse.  If you are open to the feedback, the way i can guide you will prevent you from making it worse and truly i think you will make it better.  And i will go even one step further, if you have a specific situation that maybe needs more finesse, call me 757-842-1333.  I have seen and been ..read more

No doubt about it, information is power.  So do you yhold information to maintain your control, your superiority?  Or do you share it freely to empower others to do and accomplish great things?  If you are hoarding it to maintain job security, you will never be a great leader.  You will stunt the growth of those looking to follow and be inspired.  So what kind of leader do you want to be?  How do you exercise the Information/Power you are entrusted with?  If you want to be better, listen to this podcast and maybe take away a little something to empower you in ..read more

I'm back and loving how 2020 has made me stronger. How has your experiences shaped you ..read more