During the reception of my buddy's wedding this weekend, there was a queso bar and a Queso Nazi that wanted to prevent anyone from getting the queso...Until she met her match. I learned a lot about getting what we want in life.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Getting rid of Plan B
2. Knowing what you're leaving with
3. Making teammates not adversaries

Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor who encounter no wars during his 19 year reign. A large part of that was due to his philosopher style. He shared his musings on life in a private journal that was published. Today we examine the lessons for governing our own lives.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Dealing with bad news/adversity
2. Being hurt by people and how to react
3. Living simply and in the present

Our emotions lie to us daily. If we aren't careful, we begin to believe the "reality" they shape for us and it's never the one we want.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Why everything is an interpretation
2. Finding the fastest route to success
3. Finding the derailers in life

I participated in Dallas ISD's "Principal for a Day" Initiative and had the opportunity to serve at Holland Elementary. What I witnessed was a masterclass in leadership and teamwork from Principal McDonald and Asst. Principal Tamayo. The lessons I learned can help us all as leaders.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Defining leadership by those we serve
2. Always-On Leadership
3. Teachable Moments
4. Remaining Calm in the Storm

Today I have the honor of being an honorary Principal for a day at H.I. Holland Elementary in Dallas, TX. I always wondered what it would be like to be a principal. It has me thinking, are we even principals of our own lives?

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Taking charge of your life
2. Identifying your Role
3. Becoming a culture creator

I used to think that empathy inhibited what I was really after which was getting results. However, recently I heard a talk by my friend Claude Silver that completely changed my perspective on the power of empathy.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Identifying that "thing you do"
2. Challenging people
3. Empathy-based leadership

I love building tomorrow. I dream and work toward a better future. I'm at peace with that. However, a recent talk by my buddy Chris Hartley helped me realize what I've been missing....today.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Recalibrating Life
2. Eliminating the Unneccessary
3. Realigning with a Cause
4. The Hartley Challenge

For more information on the National Angels that Chris is racing for, visit NationalAngels.org

I've developed a new philosophy in the areas of my life I'm trying to improve in. It's this...don't make it two. If I have a bad day, don't make it two bad days. I hit a bad golf shot, don't make it two. I miss one day at the gym, don't make it two...

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Framing a failure
2. Giving yourself grace
3. Extracting the lessons from the miss

I woke up today after an amazing multi-day conference and felt....low. Why? Because the conference was so amazing and I rode such a high for a few days and now reality sets back in. The truth is, many of us face lows after an extreme high in life. How we deal with it defines us.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Fueled by what was
2. Looking at what's to come
3. Not tying happiness to an event

During the Cannonball Conference, I met one of the most amazing Presenters and new friends, Kait LeDonne of Brandwise Media. Her and I hosted the afternoon session together and I Learned a lot about impact.

In this episode, we'll discuss:

1. Direct Action Items
2. Listening to Authority
3. The ultimate act of generosity
4. The power of Indirect Impact
5. The Aroma of Growth