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  • In 1999, the chance of me failing to become a Commando was 98%.

    In 1999, the chance of me failing to become a Commando was 98%.

    In 1999, the chance of me failing to become a Commando was 98%. But I viewed these odds differently. And that helped me build 7- and 8-figure companies. Sure, there was a 98% probability of failing. But here’s the thing with probabilities: You actually influence them. In the case of becoming a Commando, you can:–…

  • 3 days ago, I was snowboarding in the Alps with a couple of Special Ops veteran buddies.

    3 days ago, I was snowboarding in the Alps with a couple of Special Ops veteran buddies.

    3 days ago, I was snowboarding in the Alps with a couple of Special Ops veteran buddies. Funny to see how the conversations have changed. Back in the SF days, we talked about stuff like:– Who lifts the most,– Who did what operation,– What weapon system is the best,And we could talk for hours 😃…

  • 2 Weeks ago I was hit by a serious case of scarcity thinking.

    2 Weeks ago I was hit by a serious case of scarcity thinking.

    2 Weeks ago I was hit by a serious case of scarcity thinking. It felt awful.The main problem: I was on a 5-week vacation in Bali with my family.That costs money. 😉 “Do I even have enough money?”“I love my life; how can I keep it this way as long as possible?”“How can I make…

  • I love my daughter; however, when I die, she probably gets nothing.

    I love my daughter; however, when I die, she probably gets nothing.

    I love my daughter; however, when I die, she probably gets nothing.I struggle with this, but this much I know: What my daughter Leyla really needs from me as a dad is my:– Unconditional love– Full attention– Unwavering support– Being a role model In my opinion, that should be (and is) my main focus. Will…

  • “What the hell are you two doing?”

    “What the hell are you two doing?”

    “What the hell are you two doing?”That’s what people ask when they hear about our “retirement” plan: My wife is defending her Masters World Championship in Downhill Mountain Biking in Chile next March. I’m racing Romaniacs – the world’s toughest 5-day Hard Enduro rally in July.Again. At 50+. Our daily routine?• Muscles screaming for mercy•…

  • I am 51. My daughter is 18.

    I am 51. My daughter is 18.

    I am 51. My daughter is 18. Do you know what “80-year-old-me” would give to hug my daughter as she is right now? Let me tell you: Just about ANYTHING So today I remind myself…and give her the biggest hug. Life mission: Avoid regret. Have a great weekend.

  • I was the worst at school.

    I was the worst at school.

    I was the worst at school. But I do remember this Physics part, and now see how it´s essential for success. First of all. You are not a Dot.– Dots stay still. No movement.– Like a rudderless boat on the ocean.– Drifting wherever the current takes them. And that’s fine for some people.But that’s not…

  • I wake up at 5 a.m….

    I wake up at 5 a.m….

    I wake up at 5 a.m.,meditate for 20 minutes, start with a cup of coffee and a green juice. Head to my home office for 3 hours of deep work,writing, pushing important projects forward, focused on only the most impactful tasks. I work out in my home gym for an hour—weights and interval—then shower and…

  • 40+ Year old guys send me shirtless pics.

    40+ Year old guys send me shirtless pics.

    40+ Year old guys send me shirtless pics.I still haven´t gotten used to it. 😆 These are guys I coach.All are successful in their own right. But sometimes their health took a backseat while building their empires.Gained 15 kilos. Lost muscle. Low energy. Low Testosterone. They decided it was time for a pivot.Work on their…