Recently, Lee Cockerell and I hosted a one-day mastermind event in Orlando. 

Twelve people from around the country joined us to discuss opportunities and challenges they have in their business. 

Even though I help Lee host the event, I know I walk away learning more than anyone else. Here are six lessons I learned during the mastermind. 

Choose the better story: When faced with two options, choose the one that will create a better story for you or your family. T

Take care of yourself: You can't take care of others if you haven't taken care of yourself first. Take care of yourself, then your family, then your career.

Quit Feeling Guilty: Do your best and then forgive yourself. 

Let it go: You don't always have to have the last word or always be understood. Let it go. And the more often you let it go, the easier it will be to let it go next time. 

People aren't always happy for you: When you become great, not everyone will be happy for you. Be great anyway. 

Talk behind people's backs: Start saying good things about people when they are not around and see what happens.