Mark here. If I could go back in time, I know exactly what I’d tell my younger self. When I was transitioning from the NFL, I felt lost. My career was over, and I didn’t have a clear path forward. I had spent years being part of a team, playing a ...
Mark here. I’ve had to start over more times than I can count. From football to business to mountaineering, I’ve learned that the ability to pivot isn’t just a survival skill— it’s the key to long-term success. When my NFL career ended, I had no ...
Mark here. What if everything changed tomorrow? No warning. No roadmap. No clear next step. That’s exactly what happened when I left the NFL. One day, I was a pro athlete— structured routines, clear goals, and a defined future. The next, I was ...
Mark here. Standing on top of Everest was surreal. But you know what hit me the hardest? The realization that the summit isn’t the end— it’s just another beginning. Every climb, whether in the mountains, the NFL, or rebuilding after failure, ha ...
Mark here. Your brain is the most powerful tool you own—but most people never train it. They let fear dictate decisions. They let doubt kill action. They let old habits run the show. But here’s the truth: your brain is rewireable. You don’t hav ...
Mark here. Talent is great, but the real game-changer? Mental toughness. In the NFL, on Everest, and in life, I’ve seen it time and time again— the ones who succeed aren’t always the most talented. They’re the ones who can stay focused, resilie ...
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 ...
Mark here. Over the years, I’ve learned that even the most driven people can lose their spark. Whether it’s a career, a dream, or even a personal passion, the grind can sometimes dim the fire that once burned so brightly. It’s not failure—it’s p ...
Mark here. A few years ago, I found myself at the base of a different kind of mountain. We had just started a tech company, and let’s just say the journey was far from smooth. At times, it felt like the machine was on the verge of breaking down ...
Mark here. Looking back on my journey— from my early days in the NFL to summiting the world’s tallest peaks— I’ve learned that success isn’t about one big push. It’s about maintaining momentum over time. Motivation isn’t something that magically ...
