Discover Your Unique Strength
Yesterday, I had a conversation about a project I’ve been passionate about, a project that I've been told "NO" to since 2017. Yes, you read that right—8 years of being told “NO” by someone on the other side of a screen, table, or phone.
Read MoreMarkets Update
Anyone who predicted it would be a bumpy ride in Q1 of ’25 for public markets would have been right, so far. Last week we saw a number of moving pieces that contributed to a risk-off atmosphere, before we grinded higher on Friday to close the week down ~ 1%. Let’s start with the 2 most obvious stories from Trump, where policy uncertainty continues to be cited as 1 of the reasons for the recent sell-off.
Read MoreWhy You Aren’t Getting More Flexible:
Flexibility is one of those fitness goals that many people struggle with. Whether it's trying to touch your toes, achieve a deeper squat, or just feel more comfortable moving your body, improving flexibility seems like a simple goal—yet it often proves elusive. While some people seem to gain flexibility with little effort, others can stretch daily and still see little progress. So, why aren't more people getting more flexible? Here are three key reasons why your flexibility might not be improving:
Read MoreInterview with Toby Bodner
Curator & Marketing Consultant at sourced by T.
I’ve always been drawn to merch that tells a story—the vacation tee or hat, college hoodie, concert shirt, even the free tote with purchase. Some I wear constantly; others I keep as memories. Whenever I walk into a business, my eye goes straight to the merch before anything else. But why is the apparel and souvenirs in most destination town stores so generic and uninspired?
Read MoreUncomfortable Conversations in Challenging Environments Build Resilient Children
I often walk a fine line when it comes to pushing my sons, especially at a young age. I constantly check in with myself, reflecting on how they react—how they wake up, how they return home from practice or a game. I rarely offer feedback on their performance unless they bring it up and seek my perspective.
Read MoreTraining with an Injury: How to Stay Active While You’re Hurt
Injuries are frustrating. Whether you're an athlete or just someone who enjoys staying fit, dealing with an injury can make you feel like you've lost your ability to train altogether. But the good news is, there are ways to stay active and continue improving, even while healing. The key is to focus on what you can do rather than dwelling on what you can’t.
Here are some tips to help you train smart and stay on track with your fitness goals while managing an injury.
Read MoreInterview with Dr. Jason Wersland DC
Founder & Chief Wellness Officer of Therabody
I like to remind people when I am asked this question that wellness is a practice, and health is a state, and your daily wellness practice directly affects your health; mental and physical health. Wellness, to me, is about daily balance—mind, body, and spirit. It’s not just about how strong you are physically or how much recovery you’re doing; it’s about how you’re feeling overall. Are you present? Are you listening to your body? Are you connected to yourself? I prioritize wellness by making it part of my daily routine. Movement, recovery, nutrition, and mindset—they all work together. I use Therabody products because I know they work, but I also meditate, get outside, and take time to reset. Life moves fast, but if you’re not checking in with yourself, you’re missing the point.
Read MoreRolodex vs Rolex
I vividly remember my first night working in the Hamptons, when I met the Vice President of Real Estate for Nike, and another time, the Vice President of American Express at The Ainsworth. In the early days of my hospitality career, I was drawn to the excitement of chasing what I thought would fulfill me. But soon, I realized I was in rooms filled with some of the most influential decision-makers, and I had direct access to them because I offered something they needed. They wanted to appear even more important than they already were, securing preferred reservations and exclusive access to our biggest sports viewing events—especially since we were the official Alabama Football Bar and the pioneers of Sunday Funday.
Read MoreBusiness & Markets Update
Stocks snapped a 2-week losing streak last week, with solid performance coming from a couple of the biggest names in tech (NVDA +7% / AAPL +8%). Markets continue to chew on a LOT of moving pieces on a day-to-day basis. The bulk of that daily volatility stems from 3 things, for now: The end of Q4 earnings season, ongoing geopolitical concerns, and an absolute barrage of tariff-related Trump headlines every other hour. Trump 2.0 uncertainty (mainly on the tariff front) remains an overhang during earnings calls/releases, and as mentioned here in recent weeks, this dynamic is likely in play for months before we have more definitive visibility and understand the actual implications.
Read MoreAre Zero-Calorie Sweeteners Bad for Your Health?
Zero-calorie sweeteners are a popular choice for those looking to reduce sugar intake and cut down on calories. From diet sodas to sugar-free desserts, these sweeteners provide the sweetness we crave without the extra calories of regular sugar. But with growing concerns about their long-term effects, many are left wondering: are zero-calorie sweeteners bad for your health? Let’s explore the facts.
Read MoreInterview with Dr. Yael Joffe PhD
Founder and Chief Science Officer 3X4 Genetics
I was studying architecture when my gran died from cancer. It was all so quick and no doctor could give me answers to why cancer. What could we do to prevent it, and how could we have treated it better? No answers at all! So I left architecture to become a dietitian, hoping to find answers. This was many decades ago, and I was disappointed and frustrated not to find any of the answers I was looking for. After becoming a dietitian I was working in London, when I was lucky enough to meet Dr Rosalynn Gill, a geneticist and a visionary who believed that the future of health and medicine was nutrigenomics, the scientific field that looks at the relationship between genetics and nutrition. I was hooked, and joined her start-up, the first company to build a nutrigenomics test for the market, as early as 2000. I knew so little about genetics, but I would learn. A few years later I went back to university to get my PhD in the genetics of obesity. I have been working in this field for 25 years, and I finally feel that I have found the answers I was looking for.
Read MoreThe Art Of Saying No starts with Yes
As we navigate the phases of discovering what we truly want and who we want to become, our lives often feel like a constant game of tug-of-war.
When I first started working in the Hamptons for Rachel Uchitel in 2007 at 22, I decided to become a "Yes man." I quickly realized that many of the wealthy people around me had endless demands—ice coffees, bagels, dry cleaning pickups, and someone to work out or hit tennis balls with. I also noticed their fancy cars and figured I could convince them to let me drive them while I ran these errands. That’s when my love for cars started to grow.
Read MoreBusiness & Markets Update
Market volatility feels like it's here to stay in the near-term, with trade war developments dominating throughout last week and no obvious or imminent end in sight there. Even when we do get clarity on tariffs, fully understanding the longer term impact on both companies & us (the consumer) will take months, if not years. Trump headlines (and again, policy implications broadly), along with earnings and economic data will be the most obvious 3 points of focus for market participants for the time being.
Read MoreCreatine: A Powerful Supplement for Enhanced Performance and Recovery
Creatine is one of the most researched and widely used supplements in the fitness community, known for its ability to boost strength, increase muscle mass, and improve high-intensity exercise performance. Whether you're an athlete, a regular gym-goer, or someone looking to enhance your workouts, adding creatine to your supplement regimen could be a game-changer. In this article, we’ll explore what creatine is, how it works, and why it can be a beneficial addition to your supplement stack.
Read MoreInterview with Megan Dolce
Co-Founder and Head Executive Coach of RIPE
Ripe exists to cut through the noise. In a world full of surface-level empowerment buzzwords, Ripe is about real ownership—owning your power, your potential, and the impact you’re here to make. We don’t just talk about confidence; we build it. We don’t just inspire women; we equip them. Ripe challenges the narrative that women need to ‘fit in’ to succeed in business. Instead, we focus on creating environments where they can expand, lead, and thrive on their own terms. It’s not about checking boxes; it’s about rewriting the whole damn playbook.
Read MoreBe Obsessed With Improvement
Inspired by Eric Thomas, I’ve made it my mission to approach every day with the mindset of constant improvement. It may sound cliché or even a bit "woo-woo," but the truth is, this mindset simply works.
Read MoreBusiness & Markets Update
Woah: That was some month to kick off 2025… felt more like a quarter. Story of last week, if we had to choose one? Has to be AI. A week ago today, the market sold off pretty aggressively on fears around a Chinese AI app called DeepSeek, which performs foundational AI models similar to OpenAI in the US, for a fraction of the cost. Nvidia (basically the proxy for all things AI in the US stock market) was down close to 17%, or $465 BILLION of its market capitalization, on Monday…the largest such wipe out in market history.
Read MoreThe Secret to Brian's Recent Fitness Transformation: Less is More
Brian is the epitome of high performance, but his recent fitness transformation is a testament to an often-overlooked principle: less is more when intensity is the priority. While most athletes and fitness enthusiasts are led to believe that more volume equates to more progress, Brian has flipped the script—proving that cutting back on total workload while increasing intensity leads to greater muscle growth, improved recovery, and enhanced performance.
Read MoreInterview with Peter Nelson
Founder of Sisu Sauna, Husband, Father of 2 , 28x Ultra Runner
No one tells you when you’re getting your initial idea off the ground the potential impact it may make on customers, friends, family, internal team members, and even the impact on people philanthropically. One of the most rewarding parts has been the process of giving to those in need through our ability to run a profitable business.
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