A big shout-out to Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets; this man absolutely fascinates me. There’s something about the way he behaves on and off the court that I deeply admire and respect. Watching him during interviews, I find myself completely engaged, absorbing every single word he says. Keep in mind, he speaks very few words, and that’s one of the things I respect so much about him as a player and a leader. I have become a basketball fan because of the Denver Nuggets. I admire how true...
6 months ago • 3 min read
I have not been out much over the last few weeks, other than to physical therapy appointments, but I am very grateful to live in such a beautiful place. Pictured above is an unfiltered sunset view from my bedroom which has become a sanctuary for healing, reading, and writing. I know that the renewed strength I desire for my knee and body in the future is contingent on my discipline and consistency today. PT and rest are vital. There are many days when I'm tempted to push ahead with activity...
7 months ago • 2 min read
*Enneagram Workshop in Frisco, CO with TPG facilitator, Tim Bender Have you ever been in a situation with someone you cared about and realized you had offended them without intending to? Like all of a sudden, you see them shut down emotionally? Or they lash out, and you're back-peddling in your mind trying to figure out what in the world you said or did to warrant such anger? We all get offended for different reasons. That is obvious. But what I didn't understand until I dove deeper into the...
7 months ago • 3 min read
Meaningful connections are sooooo important!!! Last week, I reconnected with a group of colleagues and friends that I have known for 10-20 years! It had been a while since we had all been together because of COVID, business, and travel, and we were all overwhelmed by how special it was! So much joy!!! We reflected on why this particular group from Shire was so close, and we realized it was because we had gone through so many ups and downs together both in business and in life. We stepped into...
8 months ago • 3 min read
My journey toward mastering difficult conversations and active listening experienced a shift several years ago during a crucial exchange with a peer who was not only a mentor but also a friend. His feedback on a decision I had impulsively made, driven more by emotion than logic, was meant to be constructive. Yet, my emotional response clouded not just my judgment, but also impaired my listening ability. This incident underscored the vital importance of balancing emotional instincts with the...
9 months ago • 2 min read
As a kid, I eagerly awaited the ice cream truck's jingle, hoping my parents would indulge my sweet tooth. As soon as I heard it, I excitedly shouted, "Ice cream, ice cream!" hoping my parents would give in to my pleas. But they responded differently than I hoped. In my frustration, I escalated my efforts, yelling, "I want ice cream!" and even throwing myself against the front door to convey just how much I craved that sweet treat. Despite these heightened tactics, the answer remained a calm...
10 months ago • 2 min read
We recently had the privilege of working with Team Summit's young athletes, headed for the Winter Youth Olympics in South Korea this month! Witnessing their infectious energy through backflips, dancing, and supportive cheers during mock press conferences and 1:1 interviews was a true testament to their vibrant spirit.The balance these athletes maintain is remarkable. Juggling schoolwork, intensive on and off the snow training, and community service, they embody a level of discipline and...
10 months ago • 2 min read
Hello friends and colleagues! Goodbye, 2023! I've had my share of ups and downs, from fighting Lyme disease and helping a close friend through tough times to starting up the TruPotential Group. It's been quite the ride, and honestly, I'm pretty proud of what I've managed to pull off. I'm not trying to brag—I just think it's good to give ourselves a pat on the back now and then. This year was a real learning curve for me. It pushed me into some scary places, but I had great people around me to...
10 months ago • 4 min read
Hello friends and colleagues! Eight years ago, during the holiday season, our family faced a heart-wrenching revelation - my father’s cancer had progressed to his brain. A passionate driver, he was advised to put away his keys, ending a joy that had long been a part of his life. This news came two years after he was told he could no longer indulge in his beloved hobby of biking. My parents had explored thousands of miles across Colorado on their bikes, participating in events like Ride the...
11 months ago • 4 min read