An October 2019 study about the Psychology of (Un) Certainty found this:    People strive for certainty due to an inherent desire for it. Uncertainty seems to be stressful in the same unconscious manner as anger and fear. We cannot really control this feeling, and we...

“In many cases, you'll find the only thing preventing you from learning is your ego.   No one enjoys feeling foolish, but attempting something new requires that you climb down from your perch and struggle as a beginner. You must ask questions that reveal your...

I remember the day I realized that through all my striving, achieving, goal setting, and planning, I was still deeply unfulfilled.    Specifically, it was November 2003, and I was sitting in my Tahoe before kicking off the day with a team sales meeting, drinking my...

I worked in finance for 16 years, specifically in corporate leadership. I remember one year getting ambitious and writing out my professional goals for the next three years—goals that I was sure would bring me success and satisfaction.   Fast forward three years, and...

Are you “in the middle”?    This idea came up during our Amplified Accelerator introductory call this week. The Accelerator is a group of high performers who recognize that to reach the next level in life and business, they need to surround themselves with...

I shared last week I felt like September was a whirlwind of energy, enthusiasm, transformation, and collaboration. After an amazing few weeks hosting the Amplify Your Life Growth Summit, speaking at the Excellerate Bend event, and spending three weeks away from home...

Wow, I can’t believe it’s two weeks since Joal and I hosted the Amplify Your Life Growth Summit in Bend, OR for a room filled with growth-minded leaders and entrepreneurs. If you were in the room with us, you know the connections, collaborations, breakthroughs, and...

Breaking the Cycle: How Leaders Can Overcome Self-Sabotage Today, we’re diving into something that often flies under the radar but can seriously impact your success: self-sabotage. Leaders can unknowingly get in their own way—so let’s break down how this happens and,...

And just like that, fall officially kicks off this weekend - and so does the Amplify Your Life Growth Summit in Bend, Oregon!    While we're diving into growth and transformation at the Summit, the season is shifting outside, too. Maybe you're excited to have the kids...

"In a gentle way, you can shake the world." – Mahatma Gandhi We all dream of making a big impact, maybe even changing the world. But lately, I’ve been reflecting on something important: Sometimes, the most profound impact happens when we focus on making small,...