The School Of Hard Knox

On this week's show, we are following up from the Crown Kids event, " Braids and Beards". I've got two dads who share some wisdom on what it means to be present and tips on the balancing Fatherhood and Business. Enjoy

On this week's show, we are continuing our talk from last week and going a little deeper on the making sure what we are doing counts. We have to focus in the goal to stay on the path. The more we wander the further we get from the path to success. Let's make sure we keep our eyes open and make every move stand for something. 

On this week's show, I'm going all the way transparent in regards to why my life feels so uphill right now. Does it have to be this hard? Why am I doing this? Is it worth it? Is this really the direction the Lord wants me to pursue? Does this count? All questions I've asked myself on a weekly basis. In this episode I unpack those emotions and dial into my personal solution. Hope you can relate! 

On this week's show I am on the road for a business trip and figured this would be a great time to do the first ever HardKnox REWIND. I know what you’re  thinking... " He is about to start recycling old content", well, maybe! We have a library of over 140 episodes going back to 2019! The vast majority of them are timeless for this purpose. I promise it will hit different. Dust off that notebook and lock-in. Get on the BUS! 

On this week's show, Tre Smith and I are talking about crushing it one week at a time. Goal setting, accountability, the concept of time, and how to use them all to your advantage in building a weekly plan. Listen closely. Enjoy. 

On this week's show, I ask the question "What's the Plan"? There is a difference between a plan and a strategy. Most of us get caught-up in the strategy, and this often leaves us reactive and can slow us down. The plan, however, is the outline of steps thats keeps us moving and ensures that we execute towards the goal. Do you have a plan? Listen closely.

On this week's show, I have a very special guest in the studio! Wifey has joined me in the Red Room to help me answer some listener questions! In addition to being my Wife, Cecilia is my closest business associate. We have launched several businesses together and have found an equilibrium on how to communicate and manage our lives as entrepreneurs, parents, and business people. This is one you don't want to miss! Enjoy. 

On this week's show, We are talking about speaking up and saying what you need! To often we get prideful when it come to asking for help or verbalizing our vulnerabilities. If you need something, you have to say something! You never know who is listening, and what connections they may have. 

On this week's show we are talking about making sure this year doesn't get away from you! It's the end of Q1 2023. For me, it means I notice the dust settling around me vs me settling in it. I have set myself up for success this year, and one way I've done this is by being intentional in every action. We are going to discuss what this has meant for me thus far and how you can uncover what you need to improve on or implement to set yourself up for success for as well. 

On this weeks show, I am sharing a sermon I was honored to deliver last Sunday, March 19, 2023. The title is "Seek it, Speak it, Do it". It's all about learning God's nature, recognizing his voice, and doing his will. I pray you are blessed by this message, please share with someone who you know needs to hear it. Thanks

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On this week's show, I'm offering you another challenge. How do you optimize your time? How do you stay organized? I want to share a few quick tips on how I tackle the challenge of TIME. Some seasons it seems like I have all the time in the world, other times, I feel like my day is on a shot clock, and there aren't enough hours. I have a few tools I use to stay in sync with the family, as well as safeguards against me forgetting critical events and meetings. Enjoy these simple tools and tips, and remember you don't have to remember everything. Thanks for listening! 

On this week's show, we are talking about self-reflection. I know its not the most exciting topic, but its necessary for the journey. Who are you, really? What life experiences have shaped you? Underneath all of your success and achievements, what things are constant and make up your core attributes? The question I challenge you to answer, Name three things that are authentically you? It's not as easy as it sounds, just listen...

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On this week's show we are digging even deeper into the lessons I learned from being on break. "Power of the Pause" comes from a concept I learned during a parent teacher conference in relation to emotional responses. I, however, applied it to life in general and have since made it a priority to hit the pause button in during certain seasons over the past 10 months. There is a difference between "stop" and "pause", after this episode you will understand what that difference is! Enjoy.

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I told you "I'd be right back".  It's been 10 months since I've released a new episode. We are in a new phase of the Podcast! I'm going to give updates on what I've been doing and how I've been working to grow and be the best version of myself. This time around it's all about going deeper. We have laid the foundation, you've puts things in action, but what do you do when life shifts? What do you do when things are not going according to plan? This episode is all about the rebound! Get on the bus! The School of Hard Knox Podcast is Back!

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On this week's show, we are exploring what lessons can be learned since the dust has settled from the slap seen around the world. I'm not going  into great detail of my overall opinion, but I am speaking pointedly about the results since. I know you are probably tired of talking about it, but give me a few minutes to make sure you get the lesson at hand. 

On this week's show, we are talking about something that everyone has. A REPUTATION! This is the conclusion that other people have come to about you based on your interactions or how you present yourself in the marketplace. In order to build, solidify and protect your reputation there are few things you should consider and a few things you can do right now! However, first you must ask yourself the all important question; What is my Reputation?

On this week's show, who needs a "pick-me-up"? It's easy for us to sometimes slip into a rut and wonder if what we are currently doing is what we are suppose to be doing. I can tell you from experience that it probably is! Why you ask? Because you haven't conquered it yet. Because you have not been in position to be the best at it yet. Because you have not given it your all yet. Because you keep quitting before you even try! The two questions I want you to answer for this week are below. Run fast, Run hard and Run YOUR Race!

1. What keeps you up at night?
2. What gets you out of bed in the morning?

On this weeks show we are talking about two important facts in business. The first, “to build something for generations, that something must be bigger than one person!” The second, “it takes a village to raise a business.” Both of these topics have one theme in common… they focus on inviting others into your space to add value and help you grow your situation. We have to stop the “lone wolf” approach. We have to stop thinking it’s a badge of honor to build everything by yourself all the time. In this season, I encourage you to reach out to others and see where you can add value. Help someone build something that will last generations. Be gracious and share your talents! 

On this week's show, I am going to give you some life updates and explain why and how "counting your blessings" puts you in a positive state of mind. I leverage this positivity to change the dynamics of every meeting, Zoom call, and consult I'm apart of. The other people participating can't help but to smile when they see how AUTHENTICALLY happy you are! This was a transparent exercise that unfolded during the course of the show. I challenge each of you to "count your blessings", change your focus, shift your perspective, and adjust your attitude. The goal is to get you to approach every personal and professional situation with the "glass half full" mentality.