Lessons on Passion & Purpose from a Barista
Today I took a midday field trip to Bray, Ireland to visit Catalyst Coffee. What I got was a masterclass on coffee and lessons in passion and purpose.
Personal Development
How I Unlock Breakthrough Thinking Every Morning
Every morning since moving to a seaside town in Ireland, I take a walk by the seaside and ask myself one question that unlocks breakthrough thinking.
How Habits Drive Exponential Growth
Good habits were always a nice-to-have for me. Then I realized they could lay the groundwork for exponential growth if I set them with greater intention and desired outcomes.
Why I Make Pour Over Coffee Every Day
Mindfulness practices can take many forms. One of the most sacred rituals in my daily life is making pour over coffee every morning. Read why I do this every single day.
The Most Important Lesson I Learned About Public Speaking
My speaking journey started with shaking knees, sweaty palms, and a dry throat. Thanks to a kind mentor, I learned one of the most important lessons about speaking in my career.
How I Designed my Morning to Help Me Write More
For 20 years I have been chasing the perfect morning routine. Then I realized that I shouldn’t be working for my morning routine. Instead my morning routine should be working for me.
We Get the Life We Tolerate
It’s so easy to tolerate things we don’t like and simply move on. Sometimes we don’t even notice the things we tolerate. What are we missing out on when we tolerate? I did something about it and learned that we get the life we tolerate.
How a Bottle of Champagne Served Up New Possibilities
Just when you think you know all there is to know, it turns out there is so much more to discover and learn. Last year, I discovered the artisan world of champagne and there’s no turning back.
Growth Mindset Doesn’t Work Without This
After I started to apply the growth mindset for myself, I realized that without this one thing, growth mindset did not work. For the growth mindset to drive success, I can’t only focus on my growth.
Why I Took on a New Role I Had No Experience In
Stepping into new roles with no experience is scary. One switch I made after 20 years taught me that reinvention was possible and exciting!