If we’ve been on the journey for a long time and start feeling the weight of exhaustion, that’s natural. I get it. There are days when I want to quit, days when my flesh says, “I’m done.” But I believe with all my heart that there’s something inside me that fights against that urge to […]

There are days when I refuse to pretend like I have it all together. It wouldn’t be fair to make you think my life is always on track because it’s not. I have plenty of days filled with doubt—days when I feel completely unsure of what’s next. I struggle to see the direction God wants […]

Obeying God often sparks a profound internal struggle, questioning what it truly costs to follow His will. Yet, with the passage of time and the grace of God, the realization dawns that the challenges were not mere losses but a refining process. Understanding God’s character is paramount; He is the good Shepherd guiding us along […]

I spent today having a series of conversations with my wife about the idea of resetting. We talked about being real about the journey we’re all on. Yes, you may be doing big things in business, hitting goals, and pushing forward, but let me remind you—it’s OK to reset. Lately, I’ve been speaking a lot […]

I used to ask God this question, and it felt a little strange at first: “Why did You give me so much vision?” It reminds me of Superman—he’s got these powerful beams coming out of his eyes, but if he doesn’t control them, he’ll destroy everything. That’s how I’ve felt at times about the things […]

I was having a conversation with a friend of mine, and we were talking about running ads on Facebook and Instagram, tracking performance, and adding more money incrementally to give the platform time to find the right audience. I kept thinking, man, that’s the power of recalibration, taking time to analyze everything. Recalibration refers to […]

fitting that I write this blog at a time like this. I created The Ground Up Academy, and in my life right now, I’m in a rebuilding phase. It’s amazing that I get to teach people how to build a business from the ground up while simultaneously building a new one myself. It allows me […]

In a world filled with activity, the paramount importance of intentional productivity constantly echoes in my thoughts. This realization propels me to reflect on the creations I leave behind, not just for my lifetime but for generations to come, including my cherished granddaughter, Arie. Contemplating the legacy I wish to bestow upon her motivates me […]

It’s interesting how we often reflect on life and say, “If I only knew what I know now.” As we grow, life reveals new lessons, and for me, one of those lessons was the importance of mentorship. While I had spiritual mentorship in my life, I never truly had business mentorship. I had inspiration from […]

I remember one day practicing in the theater, performing in front of an empty room. It was just me, the stage, and the silence. No audience, no feedback—just me. That might sound strange to some, but for me, that’s where the real work happens. Practice isn’t about showing off; it’s about preparation. The performance comes […]