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Chasing wealth is a silly goal. The goal should be to build a legacy. By dreaming bigger and challenging your limits. All of those things add up to a more meaningful, far-reaching vision that creates a lasting impact.

Don’t worry about losing what you’ve built. Worry about losing your freedom. Saying yes to everyone except yourself is the fastest way to lose freedom. It’s easy to think: - You’ll burn bridges if you say no. - Reliable means always available. - Commitment is showing up when you’re needed. - You’ve invested too much to decline an opportunity (when in fact, it’s a distraction). But in reality, you’re spreading yourself too thin. Saying no without straining relationships can look like a big deal. Tomorrow, I'll show elite entrepreneurs how to say no without burning bridges. If you want to join us, find the link in the comments 👇

I've allowed life's distractions to prey on my happiness. But I overcame that over a decade ago, and it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made. Here are some tips I used that can help you too:

People take years building great success. And years later, they feel like escaping from their lives. To get away from all the drama. It got me thinking, isn't success supposed to feel like home? But when people lose clarity of their goals, purpose, and why they set out to do something, they: - Say yes to things they don't enjoy - Stay stuck in roles they've outgrown - Need vacations just to feel normal again - Feel drained and disconnected from their daily grind Tomorrow, I'll show 1,224 readers how to build a life you don't need a break from. If you want to join us, find the link in the comments 👇

Slow is the new fast. Stay small long enough to scale fast soon enough. Sounds strange? But it's a proven strategy to massive success. One of my favorite books, *Once a Runner* by John L. Parker, did justice to this concept. Great success comes from small consistent actions and a powerful why. Pacing the race to your ambition. One day at a time. Over the weekend, I shared great tips from the book that can power you up for bigger wins. Miss the issue? Find the link in the comments 👇

Identifying your purpose in life starts with answering the ‘who’ question. Who do you want to serve? Oftentimes, the answer is serving the person you once were. Lots of people are still struggling with the challenges you overcame. So, how can you help these older versions of you? - Think about the unique talents and skills that helped you solve some of the adversities you’ve encountered. - Note how effortlessly satisfied when you solved them. Get clear on this and watch how purpose transforms every aspect of your existence.

7 reasons you feel oddly empty after every goal you achieve: 1. You can’t stop comparing yourself to others 2. You pick goals because they look impressive 3. You’re running on fear of falling behind, not joy 4. You don’t stop to feel the win before hitting next 5. You think the next win will finally make you happy 6. You expect the next big thing to fill your emptiness 7. You care more about others’ approval than your own

Freedom isn't something you get. You choose it. Doing things that feel good over things that are worth doing is killing your freedom. And every wrong "yes" is a distraction from achieving your fullest potential. Over the weekend, I shared ways to filter your choices for a more fulfilling life. Miss the issue? Find the link in the comment 👇

Don't think less of yourself, think less about yourself. As you get to new levels of success, you can feel like you're not as good. Flipping the focus away from you gets you to react with your strengths, not the weaknesses you're so afraid of being seen. We all really don't know what we're doing most of the time. But we trust that if we show up, we'll get results. I've shared tips to help elite performers own their success. Read it here 👇

There's a pattern with elite performers. The really successful CEOs, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. They're not afraid to be a beginner again. They know they can be so much more than all the great success they've achieved. So they're not afraid to admit they have more to learn. But some high achievers experience stagnation because they choose the attention of having the answers over seeking greater answers. If you're tired of choosing validation over growth, I shared ways that can help you find or create a growth-driven tribe. You definitely want to read this newsletter 👇

Most elite entrepreneurs have one thing in common: The growing struggle to say "no." They're caught up in a web of so many "yeses," burnout, and regretting 40% of what they said yes to. Yet they can't stop giving away pieces of their freedom. As Warren Buffett says, "The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say no to almost everything." In today's issue, I shared 4 tips to master the art of saying no without guilt. Read it here: 👇 If you struggle to say no more often, this is for you.

You're too comfortable being the smartest in the room. Not just because you're the smartest. But because you’re not brave enough to admit you're not the best. And deep down, you desire: - Fresh perspectives that challenge your thinking - More because you’re capable of so much more - Answers to all your burning questions - Growth beyond your comfort zone But you don’t have the courage to not be the smartest in the room. Sounds familiar? I’ll share ways that helped me overcome that silly fear of feeling behind in a room full of people with bigger accomplishments. Find the link in the comments 👇

If all attention is on you, you should be uncomfortable. Most of my successful entrepreneur friends have the courage to not be the smartest person in the room. They prefer to be around smarter people with bigger accomplishments and not feel intimidated. That’s how they hatch some of their bravest ideas, and fuel their grit to execute. Over the weekend, I shared ways to create a growth circle for bigger wins. Miss the issue? Find the link in the comments.

Things that sabotage your vision: 1. Perfecting the plan but ignoring the people 2. Micromanaging every detail 3. Letting strategy overshadow execution 4. Obsessing over minor setbacks Things that realize your vision: 1. A team that owns the vision and takes action 2. Giving your people the freedom to innovate 3. Investing in their growth to scale your success 4. Focusing on execution over perfection

The wrong approach to a misstep: 1. Dissecting your flaws 2. Overanalyzing your mistakes 3. Losing confidence in your abilities 4. Blaming yourself for every setback 5. Paying too much attention to what went wrong The right approach: 1. Focus on the lessons learned 2. Treat mistakes as data to improve 3. Use the insights to build a better strategy 4. Find strength in your wins to renew trust in yourself 5. Focus on what you can do right now to better the situation

Things that kill your confidence: 1. Relying on praise, awards, and recognition to feel worthy 2. Surrounding yourself with people who barely push you 3. Striving to keep up with your sky-high expectations 4. Overthinking small missteps Things that boost your confidence: 1. Rooting your worth in purpose, clarity, and inner conviction 2. Building a circle of allies who challenge you to grow 3. Living with clear priorities and healthy standards 4. Focusing on learning from setbacks

If you knew nothing was standing in your way, what would you do differently? It’s one thing to acknowledge self-doubts has held you back from reaching your dream, It’s another to get back on track. 3 ways you can break through self-imposed barriers: Swipe to learn how →

One of your biggest barriers is staying loyal to the wrong network or group. The circle that got you where you are might not push you to the next phase of your vision. Connect with sharper minds, fresh perspectives, and people operating at the level you aspire to reach. Comfortable connections won't challenge your limits, so evolve your circle.

If you're thinking about making a big decision, you don’t need another endless list of pros and cons, a polished spreadsheet, or a green light. Just start. You'll learn 100x more by taking the leap than by obsessing over "what ifs.”

Signs you haven’t tapped into your gift: 1. You’re lost on what to do next 2. You’re overwhelmed and unclear 3. You feel like you’re spinning around in circles 4. You're waiting for someone else to set the pace 5. You need constant validation to feel good enough 6. You’ve got big plans, but keep stalling out of fear of failure 7. You’re drained, but the results aren’t matching the effort Signs your gift is in use: 1. You wake up with a purpose 2. You act with confidence and clarity 3. You handle pressure with focus and clarity 4. You make tough decisions without hesitation 5. You trust your instincts, you set your own pace 6. You move with intention and internal motivation 7. People see your value without you having to prove it