Taking two business concepts and seeing how to leverage them to inspire personal growth.

There are things that sometimes stop me moving forward. This is a talk about the two big ones.

What is the sword compared to the hand that wields it, and the heart that stirs it to purpose?

Though we pursue ambition, don't forget the other bittersweet emotion that makes the world turn. A little obsession can be nice now and then.

If you don't look back from time to time, then the improvements come slow, and I just ain't got time for that.

When you live for excellence, and in the realm of passion, sometimes there are side effects. Knowing they are there helps.

Living in a world sheltered from those who do not see the world your way leaves us ill prepared for when we really need to get things done. Learn to engage by putting yourself out there and taking a chance.

Competition fuels us when in the right environment. Accountability can do the same if the consequences of failure are real.

Here is the podcast that inspired this:

https://soundcloud.com/al-sa-her/the-value-of-competition

An exercise in self reflection that may land you a better job (you never know).

Some thoughts around foresight when it comes to taking control in our world. Get a plan together.