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 ...
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 ...
