Mark here. From my years in the NFL to climbing the Seven Summits and starting over after business failures, I’ve learned that big achievements don’t happen overnight. They’re built on a solid foundation. Without a strong base, even the most ambit ...
Mark here. Confidence wasn’t always something I had in abundance. In fact, throughout my career—from the NFL to business to mountaineering— there were times I doubted myself. But what I learned along the way was this: Confidence is not something ...
Mark here. When I first transitioned from the NFL to business, I was terrified. The world I knew was football, team dynamics, and the adrenaline of competition. Suddenly, I was faced with a new challenge: building a company from scratch. The stak ...
Mark here. For years, my life was all about pushing myself to the limit. From the NFL to building a business, and eventually conquering the Seven Summits, it was all about the grind, the hustle, and the pursuit of bigger goals. But somewhere alon ...
Mark here. High-stakes situations have a way of testing everything you've got. I’ve faced these moments countless times—from playing in the NFL, running businesses, to climbing some of the world’s tallest peaks. In every one of these arenas, one ...
Mark here. When I stood at the base of Everest, staring up at the summit, it felt impossible. It wasn’t just the physical challenge—every step came with self-doubt, fatigue, and uncertainty. But I didn’t focus on the top; I focused on the next ste ...
Mark here. There’s a common misconception that vulnerability is a weakness. We’re often taught to hide our insecurities, bury our fears, and show only the polished versions of ourselves. But over the years, I’ve learned something powerful— vulne ...
Mark here. The first time I heard the phrase “beast mode,” I thought it sounded over the top. But then I realized— Beast mode isn’t about hype. It’s about intensity. It’s about showing up like your life depends on it. I found my beast mode not ...
Mark here. Comfort is the silent killer of growth. I’ve seen it in sports. I’ve seen it in business. I’ve seen it in life. When I made it to the NFL, I thought I had reached my summit. I was comfortable. I had made it. But the moment I started to ...
Mark here. Fear has always been there. Before my first college football game. Before every big play in the NFL. Before launching a business. Before stepping into the Death Zone on Everest. It whispers the same thing: What if you fail? What if thi ...
