Happy Holidays and End of 2024 Review

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As the holidays are here, just wanted to wish everyone a great end of the year and happy holidays to all.  This year has taught me a lot, and we can only move forward from here. I challenge everyone to look over old posts of mine, create meaningful goals to tackle in 2025, and live […]

Practice Makes Perfect: A Beer Brewing Story

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The first time I tasted a beer, I thought it was disgusting. Little did I know it would one day become a great passion of mine. It takes a lot to brew a batch of beer. It is an art and a science, and it takes a lot to master it. However, practice makes perfect, […]

Falling Hard, Rising Strong: A Mountain Biking Lesson in Resilience

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Oleta River State Park The sun was relentless that afternoon at Oleta River State Park, bearing down on me as I tightened my helmet and adjusted the straps on my backpack. The plan was to tackle every single trail Oleta had to offer – all 11.4 miles. It sounded ambitious, especially since I was still relatively […]

Journal 09 – Embracing the Multi-Passionate Journey

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Fueling Your Curiosity: How to Stay Curious in a World of Doubt

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You’re not good enough… Don’t waste your time on that… Get a regular job… How often have your family and friends brought down your ideas and curiosity? You then push to prove them wrong and quickly give up at the first sign of failure. Curiosity sparks innovation. It keeps your mind active and sharp and […]

Mastering Storytelling For Your Customers: The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Brand

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Starting a new business is no small feat; even with the proper strategies, the best ideas can fizzle out. That’s where your brand’s story comes in. This storytelling guide is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs like you craft a compelling story that highlights your unique values and mission. In today’s market, having a captivating story […]

Journal 08 – Balancing My Schedule and the Changes That Occurred

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Journal 07 – Revising Site and Business Plan

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Journal 06 – The Use of AI

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