The Focus Course

The Benefits of Social Groups

My wife and I recently joined a parenting class that meets over Zoom. Halfway through our first call while getting to know the other couples, it struck me how incredibly powerful this group was. Parenting can be an isolating and lonely endeavor. It’s not uncommon to have the feeling of, “There’s got to be a

How The Note helped root out self-doubt

Tracy Winchell shares her experience about implementing Shawn Blanc’s process, The Note.

Don’t Wait for Clarity

Clarity does not come to the idle, but rather those who take action.

Don’t Wait for Motivation

If you’re waiting for motivation to get moving on a project or idea, it may be a while. You may not be able to directly choose motivation, but you can influence it.

Book Review and Notes: The Dip, by Seth Godin

On every journey to mastery, there is a very difficult season of learning, persevering, and growth. This season is called the dip. To push through the dip requires focus, diligence, and time. And if you make it through the dip then you will do amazing things.

Excerpts from “The Obstacle is the Way”

A book I frequently find myself turning back to.

Barrett Brooks Video Interview: Making and measuring creative progress

Barrett Brooks is the COO for ConvertKit, writer, and all around brilliant fellow. In addition to leading the team at ConvertKit, Barrett writes regularly on the topics of personal development, nurturing leaders, and personal discovery. Every interaction with Barrett will leave you curious to learn something new and excited about life. He’s one of the

Jen Nagaoka Video Interview: Adopting your life vision and the importance of self care

Jen Nagaoka is the wife of an entrepreneur and a mom of two boys. A lot of her days are spent taking care of other people and managing the home. With the ebb and flow of life and the needs of the family changing, Jen finds herself takeing on a fluid role that changes often.

David Sparks Video Interview: How to Stay Focused and Productive

When it comes to juggling all the things in life, it can be a challenge. In this video interview with David Sparks we talked more about how he handles getting it all done.

Jumpstart Momentum

There’s a unique challenge that comes with starting over. Regaining lost momentum quickly makes all the difference when it comes to setting a course for success.