Could you imagine all the sleepless nights? 
 
All the tossing and turning?
All the stress? 
All the fear?
 
Why? Well…
 
-He was defeated for Illinois state legislator in 1832.
-He started a business only to see it go under. 
-He lost his run for Congress in 1843 and again in 1848.
-He lost his bid to becom...

Nope...this isn’t a toddler throwing a tantrum.

It’s the secret to achieving BIG goals. Especially when it comes to losing weight.
 
Here’s what I mean 👇
Three years ago, I hired fitness coach  Aly Di. 
She didn’t just ask me why I wanted to lose weight…
She asked me five times.
Like Inception, but with ...

What happens when the work goes away?

-You lose the promotion.
-You lose the client.
-You lose the company.
-And suddenly…you lose yourself.

Too many people learn this the hard way. I almost did too. 👇

Here’s the truth:
-Your work doesn’t define your worth.
-Your principles do.
-Jobs change. Titles shift. ...

That’s what I remind myself whenever someone’s behavior makes my blood boil.
 
You know the feeling:
-The rude email
-The oblivious driver
-The coworker who just doesn’t get it
 
In the past, I’d let it wreck my mood.
 
Now?
 
I pause and remind myself:
-Not everyone has seen what we've seen.
-Not everyone knows...

…said no one ever. 😆
 
We all know the truth:
-Your next big opportunity is one conversation away.
-Your next client, referral, or mentor? They're already connected to someone you know.
 
So why don’t more people treat networking like a business priority?
 
Because here’s the honest answer:
Networking is sim...

...visit as many iconic American landmarks as possible, not just for the photo ops, but to learn something from each one.
 
Recently, I stood in awe of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.
One of the most photographed bridges in the world.
 
But here’s what most people don’t think about:
This thing ...

When I played high school football, we were terrible.
New coach came in and changed everything.

"You might not be the most skilled," he said,
"but you will be the most conditioned."

So he ran us.
Hard.
Every practice ended when someone puked.

He told us, "This sucks now, but when you're on that field, no o...

She says he has a raspy voice. I love Bob Dylan. I think he is one of the best lyricists of all time.
 
Who’s right? We both are.
 
My wife has run sound for hundreds of concerts, so she has an incredible ear for pitch and tone.
 
I’ve written for dozens of politicians and business leaders and obsess ov...

...legacy, and lasting impact 👇
 
When I walked into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, I expected great music.
 
What I didn’t expect was a masterclass in movement-building.
 
Here’s what stood out:
It wasn’t just about talent.
 
Sure, the Hall is packed with musical geniuses. But what they really...

When Einstein gave his famous quote about “expecting different results,” he was referring to a mathematical equation, not business. 
 
Let’s clarify something:
 
📈 In business, you must do the same things over and over…
…even when it feels like yelling into the void.
 
-Posting when no one’s liking.
-Call...

About 432 tiny plastic bricks and a bruised heel. 🧱👣

I came across this image that explains it better than most consultants ever could (and with fewer slides):

• DATA – Legos scattered across the floor. Chaotic. Painful. Confusing.
• SORTED – Same legos, now grouped by color. Slightly better.
• ARRANG...

Watch how legends dominate the stage:
 
🎤 Beyoncé
🎤 Taylor Swift
🎤 Freddie Mercury
 
Every move is intentional.
The walk. The mic hold. The glance toward the crowd.
All of it is choreographed, timed, and mastered.
They don’t wing it.
They own it...every step of the way.
 
Now think about your next team presenta...

I ignored evergreen content.
 
For years, I poured time into posts that faded within days.
They got likes…but no long-term lift.
No ROI.
No leverage.
I was chasing attention, not assets.
 
Then I had a mindset shift.
You’ve heard of residual income, right?
Well, evergreen content is residual influence.
Write...

Their pitch?
“Let’s make music so easy to access that people will actually pay for it.”

Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon didn’t just build a streaming app.
They sparked a cultural shift.

Spotify’s freemium model cracked the code…

Give people insane value upfront, then let them choose if (and when) they wan...

That’s why creating a company culture of storytelling is so important. 
 
Stories paint a clearer picture of the message you’re trying to get across.
 
Share more stories! 

 
P.S. If you want tons of story ideas, download my free 150+ storytelling prompts HERE. 

First LinkedIn Post: had 2 likes and 1 comment 
 
Second LinkedIn Post: had 3,694 likes, 213 comments, and 87 reposts
 
Guess which one landed me the most business?
 
Believe it or not, it was the first post! 
 
You see, the person who commented found the content specifically relatable to him, and he ended ...

Let me tell you, I was not excited to be driving that Dodge Caravan every day during my senior year. 
 
You should have heard all the names I was called.
 
My Dad said, “take the kids' bullying and turn it into an opportunity.”
 
I took out all the back seats and turned it into something fun.
 
I went from ...

”why do you post about stuff that isn't specific to your industry?” 

Does Coca-Cola only run ads talking about their products? 
 
No way! 
 
Neither does Nike, Apple, Johnson & Johnson, American Express, Microsoft, General Electic, Verizon, Home Depot!
 
Do you get the idea? 
 
None of these companies only...

...and she’s a very strong woman. I love it! In our marriage, we’re complete and total equals. 
 
🎉 Celebrating her birthday today! 🥳
 
I've learned over the years that Courtney is often right when she gives me advice in business. 
 
Some people search the world for great mentorship when often it's righ...

Part of me thought he was crazy. 🤔
 
"Scott, do you really think that will work?”
 
“There are sooooo many other podcasts out there!”
 
“Do you really think this is a good use of my time?”
 
On May 4th, 2021 (4 years ago today), I had lunch with  S. Scott Mason, and he convinced me to launch a podcast. 
 
A...

Recently, after one of my strategic storytelling workshops, a gentleman in the audience pulled me aside. 
 
60-year-old man. CEO of an extremely successful company. 
 
He was sobbing and had to hug me. 
 
For the first time in his life, he realized he had to start telling people his story. 
 
He told me he ...

…a journey filled with incredible conversations, powerful insights, and game-changing stories.
 
…and to celebrate this milestone, I couldn’t think of a better guest than my friend and business mentor,  John H. Wilson, PhD. 
 
John has been a guiding force in my journey, and having him on for this spe...