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it's a painful truth...the average person spends more time planning their vacation than planning their life. Now, look, we get it - vacation is fun. But maybe that's the problem here. We have lost a zest and appreciation for our daily lives that we need to get back. Why? Because we will spend the majority of our lives with the opportunity to show up in a positive and productive way in the place we are called to make a difference and with the people we will have the greatest effect on. Let's do it right. It starts with getting intentional. #TimeManagement #LifeHacks #BridgeBuilding #TravelGoals #SocialMediaTrends #YearlyPlanning #MindsetShift #ExploreMore #Efficiency

it's a painful truth...the average person spends more time planning their vacation than planning their life. Now, look, we get it - vacation is fun. But maybe that's the problem here. We have lost a zest and appreciation for our daily lives that we need to get back. Why? Because we will spend the majority of our lives with the opportunity to show up in a positive and productive way in the place we are called to make a difference and with the people we will have the greatest effect on. Let's do it right. It starts with getting intentional. #VacationPlanning #TimeManagement #LifeHacks #BridgeBuilding #TravelGoals #SocialMediaTrends #YearlyPlanning #MindsetShift #ExploreMore #Efficiency

Back from vacation and struggling to get back on track?  Check out my latest article on overcoming procrastination and boosting productivity post-holiday.  Learn practical strategies to shake off the vacation mode, regain focus, and achieve your goals with renewed energy.  Let’s make the transition smooth and set the stage for success.  #ProcrastinationTips #ProductivityHacks #PostVacationBlues

We needed a family trip. Didn’t overthink it—just decided. I didn’t get stuck in the “how will I find time to pack?” or “am I tan enough to wear a bathing suit?!” Didn’t need to have it all figured out first. Action creates momentum. I knew I'd get it done, I just needed to take that first step. Booked it. Two days later, we were flying out. Fast decisions create momentum. The process is simple: make the decision, take action, assess what works / doesn't, adjust as you go. I decide, execute, evaluate, adjust. That’s my process for everything— from business strategies to family trips. The key is to keep moving, even when you don’t have all the answers. Stop overthinking and take action today. The momentum you create will get you closer to your goals faster than you think. What's your favorite vacation destination? ⬇️

🛑 **Comfort is a vacation spot, not where you build your permanent residence.** It’s where you go to reflect, rest, and recharge—an oasis for the mind and body. But remember, you don’t want to live there. 🏝 Too much time spent in Comfort leads to atrophy and decay. It’s easy to slip into the trap of settling for less than you deserve. When you linger too long, you lose momentum, your ambitions fade, and you begin to accept mediocrity. ✨ **But we weren’t put on this earth to settle.** We are here to grow, evolve, and leave a unique imprint on the world. So take your vacation in Comfort—pause, reflect, and breathe. But always return with a mindset of growth, resilience, and purpose. Your dreams won’t happen by themselves. They need your action, your energy, and your refusal to settle for anything less than extraordinary. 🏆 Take that step forward today. Believe in yourself, and keep moving toward the life you’re meant to live. Your future self will thank you. Hope you have an incredible day! 🌟💪 #KeepGrowing #MindsetMatters #NoComfortZone #GrowthMindset #DreamBig #StayFocused #Resilience #ChaseYourDreams #MotivationMonday #Inspiration #BelieveInYourself

Take the vacation. Disconnect, recharge, be still and breathe. Do you ever find yourself questioning if you shouldn’t take the time off because you will just come back to more work? Take the vacation. You need time for yourself, your family and friends. Create the memories. You will not be disappointed that you missed that office meeting that should have been an email. Take the vacation. It helps to bring you back and center you. It allows you to connect and reevaluate what is important. So, if you are questioning if you should take the vacation… Take the vacation.

On Tuesday I went on this epic 20 mile hike with a group called BusinessOutside where we climbed five peaks and almost 8000 vertical feet in a day with 50 other founders, VCs and extreme atheletes. Basically it was half nerds and half people that ski off cliffs for fun. The athetes could do the hike in their sleep and the nerds were just trying not to die. To my surprise, even the athletes were just a bunch of nerds too. e.g. it turns out the first guy to ever row a boat solo from Hawaii to Australia was just some dude who worked at Deloitte 😅 The person who runs this group is a guy named Bart Foster. The day after the trip, Bart shared epic photos and drone shots of us on the peaks and asked us to write a post on social media if the trip had a meaningful impact on us. I was going to share something even had he not asked. Primarily because the photos he shared made us look like Sir Edmond Hilary and obviously the entire point of social media is to share photos of yourself where you look 10x cooler than you are IRL. But instead of a killer drone shot, I actually think this photo that my 3 year old drew for me last week of me climbing a mountain is much more emblematic of what this trip is actually all about. Business Outside is about deep conversations and introspection with a group of people you can be open and vulnerable with. I had so many meaningful conversations on the hike, and even one convo I think might shape the next 18 years of my life. But if there was a recurring theme in many of the conversations I had it was this: Be intentional (if not conventional) with your life. Pursue your happiness and design the life that brings you joy and fulfillment. Don't wait until tomorrow. Start today. For me, part of my happiness means being outside in nature. Nature is my therapy, the place where I draw the most energy from. I try as much as possible to incorporate nature into my day and work and expose my kids to it as often as I can. So when my 3 year old drew me this picture last week, it made me 10x happier than the killer drone shots I got yesterday. Because it says to me, that I'm modeling a life for my kids that shows them they too can pursue their own happiness and build whatever life they want no matter how unconventional. Building an intentional life is not easy. It's honestly way easier to go with the flow of what everyone else is doing. But if you are trying to build a life that makes YOU happy, I'd check out BusinessOutside. The mission of the company isn't the pursuit of happiness. It's more of a biproduct of the people that are involved. It's a bunch of weirdos and misfits and outsiders all doing our own weird things. But sometimes just being among a group like this can help motivate and inspire us to push through the hard stuff that makes us feel stuck, afraid and alone. Finding our own happiness is a helluva journey. But certainly one that is easier to do with supportive friends ❤️

Where are you heading for vacation? It is important to work hard to reach your goals but you must take time to relax and recharge. Reward your hard work with time away, whether it's a stay-cation near home, a beach trip, or sightseeing in your favorite city, a trip away from your daily hustle gives you the energy to continue your journey.🤗 👉🏻 Ask us how a coach can help you take the time you need to relax and renew: www.WinWithVSC.com #2020VisionForSuccess

When planning a vacation, the journey begins long before the trip itself. From choosing a destination, researching accommodations, and listing must-visit places, every step brings excitement and joy. The discussions, the brainstorming, and even the challenges we face while organizing everything add to the anticipation and make the actual holiday even more memorable. Life is much the same. The struggles and efforts we put into achieving our goals are not just hurdles to overcome—they are moments to embrace. These challenges shape our journey and make the eventual success all the more fulfilling. So, while you're striving toward your goals, don't forget to enjoy the process. Celebrate the small wins, appreciate the lessons, and find joy in the effort. After all, the journey is just as important as the destination. #Motivation #EnjoyTheJourney #LifeLessons #Goals

Feeling low on confidence? It’s time to treat it like planning a dream vacation! Just like researching destinations and making itineraries, improving your confidence starts with prioritising it in your daily life. Step 1: List situations where you feel less confident. Step 2: Set small, achievable goals to tackle those fears. Step 3: Celebrate each win, no matter how small. Prioritise, plan, and practice—make confidence-building a part of your routine. You'll be amazed at how small shifts can have big results. #Confidence #SelfImprovement #HighAchievers #EntrepreneurLife #ConfidenceBoost