Mark here. Pressure is a part of life. It shows up when deadlines are tight, stakes are high, or the situation feels unpredictable. I’ve faced moments in climbing and business where everything was on the line. The difference between performing and ...
10 Steps to Turning Fear into Fuel
Mark here. Fear is unavoidable. Whether you’re standing on a mountain ledge or making a big business decision, fear shows up. It can freeze you in place, or it can be the spark that drives you forward. I’ve learned through climbing and running bus ...
10 Steps to Pushing Past Limits in Business and Life
Mark here. There are moments in both life and business when you feel like you've hit your limit. Whether you're climbing a mountain or facing a major business challenge, the natural instinct is to pull back and stay within your comfort zone. But ...
10 Steps to Building Grit for Long-Term Success
Mark here. Grit isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you build over time. It’s that stubborn, relentless spirit that keeps you moving forward, even when the path gets tough. Whether you’re facing a grueling climb or navigating the unp ...
10 Steps to Thriving in Times of Change
Mark here. Change is inevitable, but how you respond to it can make all the difference. I’ve faced my share of unpredictable situations, from career transitions to tough climbs. And the one thing I’ve learned is that those who thrive in times of c ...
10 Steps to Turning Ordinary Days Into Wins
Mark here. Some days feel ordinary. You wake up, go through the motions, and by the evening, you wonder if anything meaningful happened at all. I used to think that only huge leaps or monumental achievements counted as progress — until I realized ...
10 Steps to Thriving in High-Pressure Environments
Mark here. Pressure is everywhere — on the mountain, in the boardroom, even in everyday life. I remember a climb where a sudden storm hit just as I reached a narrow ridge. One wrong step and it could have ended badly. My heart was racing, my hand ...
10 Steps to Balancing Risk and Reward
Mark here. Every great adventure, whether it’s scaling a mountain or launching a business, involves risk. But what sets successful climbers, entrepreneurs, and leaders apart is their ability to calculate and manage that risk. When I first started ...
10 Steps to Building Grit for Long-Term Success
Mark here. Grit is often the unseen force behind success. It's the quiet determination to keep pushing, even when the odds seem stacked against you. Whether you're climbing the world’s highest peaks, facing challenges in business, or navigating l ...
10 Steps to Navigating the Unseen Path Ahead
Mark here. The path ahead is often unclear. Whether you're venturing into a new business, taking on a new challenge, or stepping into uncharted territory, the unknown can feel daunting. But as I’ve learned from climbing some of the world’s toughe ...