The Playbook

Crazy times to have moved your life to a different city to set up a business you’ve no idea about. People in business have no idea what they are doing either. This is a story about figuring it out

Two weeks into living in Cape Town and owning a business that isn’t even set up yet, I chat through some of the lessons I’ve learned and how I’ve shifted my sense of self from what had gripped me in the past

I’m leaving Dubai, stepping away from real estate, and moving to Cape Town to start a new business and build a life that feels more aligned with who I want to become.

This is the story behind that decision.

In this week’s episode, I dive into the concept of authenticity and what it means to truly know and show yourself to the world. Inspired by a conversation with a friend at the run club, I reflect on the masks we wear and the personas we create to fit in or meet external expectations.

I share my own journey of shedding those masks, including the person I used to pretend to be, and why understanding yourself first is crucial before trying to understand others.

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In this episode, I break down the true power of culture—how it’s created, how it shapes success, and how you can build a meaningful one in both your personal and professional life. From my experiences at NOVVI to the Playbook Run Club, I share the secrets behind creating a culture that drives real meaning.

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After five weeks away, I’m back — and in this episode, I share what’s been going on behind the scenes. I talk about completing my Ironman 70.3, the motivation that drove me, and how the experience revealed the difference between negative and positive fuel sources. With that mental clarity, I’ve taken time to reflect, reset, and map out my 2025 goals. I dive into the importance of intentional goal-setting, tracking where you are right now, and keeping your vision visible and alive in your daily environment.

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Are you living an authentic life? Where in your life are you living out of integrity and not showing up the way you said you would.

When you say you are going to do something, you have to stick to that. This is a lesson I have learned since I have moved to this city. People throw their word around so easily, I never understand it.

Today I talk about this, about stories in my life and my work from this and draw meaning from it.

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Episode Description:
In this week’s episode, I reflect on the past two weeks—from winning my age group in a triathlon, to starting therapy, to building momentum with the run club. I dive into the personal lessons I’ve learned recently, especially around separating your identity from your achievements. I speak about how true confidence comes not from what you do, but from who you believe you are—independent of praise or criticism. I also share updates on my next goals and the mindset shifts I’m working through.

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Description:
In this episode, I dive into the crucial role of mental performance in real estate and how your mindset can make or break your success. I explore the Red to Blue concept—a powerful mental framework used by elite performers, from brokers to athletes sailing across the Atlantic—to shift from a negative, reactive state to a clear, focused, and growth-oriented mindset. I share key takeaways from recent training, practical tools to stay present under pressure, and how peak performance principles apply to both life and real estate. If you want to level up your mental game and handle high-pressure situations with confidence, this episode is for you.

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Somewhat of a catch up this week. Taking stock of the last few weeks and some of the lessons learned. Getting out of a rut, back into my body and connected with myself.

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