What We All Have in Common with Clark Griswold
In the Christmas Classic, “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”, Chevy Chase plays the infamous Clark Griswold, a character of such heartbreak and struggle, who is also eternally optimistic and always makes light of the toughest situations, that fortunately makes us realize our life is ok. When he loses it there is a good reason. […]
The Promise of Gratitude
As we celebrate the holidays forthcoming, especially with Thanksgiving upon us, may we make the promise to be grateful for all we have. Gratitude for health. Gratitude for family. Gratitude for blessings. Gratitude for trials which make us stronger, which make us more grateful for the good times. There is nothing more attractive than […]
The Promise of The Descent
My Friend, You have had an incredible year. Perhaps the greatest year of your life and career. You stand proud on the top of the mountain, able to see your great accomplishments surrounding you, joyously lifting you up, to know you gave your all in a most harrowing ascent is your reward. Where do […]
The Unspoken Promise of a Good Sense of Humor
As you’re well aware, I’m no political humor guy, but recent events have made the conversation of diviciveness inescapable. Our country is falling into a funk and thus my job feels more like a mission than a career. My mission statement is that “I am a Messenger of Joy, sent to Ignite Joy in […]
The Power of Having Fun
How much FUN have you had lately? Do you give your schedule room for it on a daily basis? If not, you are missing out on one of the most essential aspects of a successful career and life. I made a promise to have more fun while I work and at home and it […]
The RV Trip Promise
Kids are sleeping. It’s 2 AM here in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and my mind will not shut off. Two years ago, after we as a family made a very big decision and purchased a Class C 32 ft. Winnebago motorhome to cross the USA in 4 weeks, I promised the kids that […]
The Promise of Family First
Today Phil Mickelsen, in the prime of his illustrious golf career, has withdrawn from the the U.S. Open. Not due to weather. Not because he’s having back pain. Because his daughter, who is class president, is graduating from high school, and giving the commencement speech. The U.S. Open is in Wisconsin. Even with a […]
Father Time 2.0
Just in time for Father’s Day this weekend we have released my “Father Time” NEW recording, as completed at the VidAngel studios with DryBar Comedy a few weeks ago. I blogged about it HERE. You’ll relate to my singing “I Will Wait” by Mumford & Sons as I patiently make the kids gather their […]
cmi speaker management
If you’ve run a business you know finding the right people to help you accomplish your dream is a very challenging thing. Instead of hiring anyone, you may have tried to go it alone. In running my business over 17 years I have experienced being the so-called “chef, host, busboy, clerk, PR, HR, owner, waiter, […]
The Warm Butter Cake Promise
The other night we went out for a night on the town for my darling wife’s birthday. The hour long wait to get into the hot spot was averted by the option to sit at the bar and have a full menu anyway, so booth become barstool night. Hostess happily helped us find our way, […]