10 quick tips to having a great day
There are plenty of different approaches to having a great day. And what is a great day for one person, might not be a great day for another person. But there are some quick and easy universal things...
View ArticleIt won’t always work… but it might (It did for me)
For the past two years with our music school, we’ve gotten the majority of our new students through free workshops. However, the workshops haven’t been as effective any more. Six months ago, I told...
View ArticleDoes God want us to fulfill our dreams and desires?
We all have dreams and desires. Some want to start a business; some want to travel; some want to work with kids; some want to work with computers; some want to write a book. But where do those dreams...
View ArticleSometimes you have to let things go
Recently, I had the privilege of co-hosting a Starve The Doubts show with Jared Easley where we interviewed Chris Ducker on his new book, Virtual Freedom. Chris shared some really great advice, much...
View ArticleYou really give me no choice
Change makes us feel uncertain, uncomfortable, and sometimes frightened (especially big change). We’re creatures of habit and we like comfort, so most people either never make big changes, or put them...
View ArticleThis song will inspire you to move forward
Fears, doubts, and insecurities. We all have them. We have thoughts like, “I don’t know how it’s all going to work out.” Or, “What if I’m not good enough and can’t do it?” Or simply, “I just want to...
View Article5 reasons to play the hand you’ve been dealt
At times, I think we all wish that our circumstances were different. Perhaps we didn’t get the house we wanted, or our business isn’t doing as well as we hoped. It can be so easy to wish we had been...
View Article7 podcasts I listen to every week
I love podcasts. They were the main thing that set my life on the course that I’m now on – living more intentionally, big dreams and goals, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. While I find myself...
View Article5 tips to make the most of your time
Philter Coffee, Kennet Square, PA As you may know, Claudia and I are expecting baby #2 in about one month, (Wow! That sounds soon!) and this momentous occasion got me thinking about a lot of things....
View ArticleA man, a dream, and a tractor
A lot of people have big dreams of things they want to do in life. But how many people actually get around to doing anything about those dreams? Sadly, not that many. I was excited to read an article...
View ArticleSomeday syndrome
We all have things that we say we’re going to do “someday.” It might be going into business for ourselves, going on a big family adventure, or spending more time with our spouse. We have a tendency...
View Article3 reasons to take a detour when you’re feeling stuck [VIDEO]
In the spirit of trying something different, I’m sharing a video with you today. In it, I share 3 reasons to take a detour when you’re feeling stuck. They are as follows: 1. You’ll experience...
View ArticleI see rabbits – 7 reasons to be more present
One morning while reading in my office, I heard a bird squawking very loudly outside my open window. In the past, I probably wouldn’t have heard it. But since I’ve been working on being more present,...
View Article6 things I learned from the birth of our 2nd child
Evelina Pearl Good This past Monday morning, Claudia and I welcomed our new baby daughter into this world, Evelina Pearl Good. A 9 lb 2 oz bundle of pure joy! The birth of a baby is an exciting time....
View ArticleHere’s where success starts (with 3 action items)
Recently, I was listening to an interview with Hal Elrod, author of Miracle Morning. He talked about clarity and how it’s the foundation for all success. “Clarity is the starting place of all success....
View ArticleHow are you talking about that thing you’re doing?
Not long ago, one of the pastors from our church stopped by to see us and pray for our new baby girl, Evelina. As we were talking, he was telling us about a project he and his family have been working...
View ArticleRisking owning it
We’ve all been giving gifts and abilities, thoughts and ideas. We’ve all been put here with a purpose. But too many people just kind of go through life coasting along. Not believing they really have...
View ArticleHow to remember someone’s name – 10 tips and tricks
Remembering someone’s name is important. It builds trust and rapport and strengthens the relationship. But many people are not good at it, and maybe they’ve never been, so they don’t even try any...
View ArticleA worry box – A great strategy for banishing worry
Worry. We all know it zaps our energy, creativity, and resourcefulness, but we often feel helpless to do anything about it. Without taking action, however, worry can grow into an all consuming fog of...
View ArticleLeadership insights: 3 takeaways from #GLS14
Claudia and me with our friends Meredith and Tim Recently, Claudia and I attended the Global Leadership Summit with our friends, Tim and Meredith Brunk. It was a wonderful two-day leadership conference...
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