I sat down with one of my best friends, Peter Balla.

This is the longest episode I’ve done, and for good reason. Peter is one of my longest standing friends, and this conversation really captures what Be Better Tribe is all about… real conversations with people who have shaped your life.

We go back to our childhood in Santa Cruz and how those early years influenced who we became. From there, Peter shares his journey into architectural engineering, what it takes to stay committed to long term projects, and how to navigate big career decisions.

We talk about growth, pressure, and the realization that fulfillment isn’t just about having fun, but about doing meaningful work you’re proud of.

More than anything, this episode is about friendship. Growing together, showing up for each other, and why that matters more over time.

No back house stories were shared… we’ll save those for another time.

If you’re thinking about your next step or the people you want in your corner, this one’s for you.

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I had the chance to sit down with Brian LaManna to talk about something that shows up in almost every strong career path I’ve seen: Taking the leap before you feel ready.

Brian’s journey from SDR to enterprise seller in just a few years didn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of consistency, learning from the right people, creating systems that support his goals, and maintaining a strong bias toward action rather than waiting for perfect timing.

One thing that stood out in this conversation is how growth often comes from saying yes early and figuring things out along the way.

We also discuss how top performers manage their time and energy, why learning from people ahead of you accelerates everything, how building your voice on LinkedIn can open unexpected doors, and advice for anyone early in their career or navigating what’s next.

If you’re thinking about making a move or pushing yourself into something new, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of the Be Better Tribe Podcast, I sit down with Mike Moriarty, founder and CEO of Arsenal Pulse and former Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Dropbox, to talk about the kind of leadership that shapes people far beyond org charts and job titles.

I share how Mike showed up for me during a pivotal time in my career at Google, even though he was not my manager, and how that experience shaped the way I think about mentorship and building a coaching tree. We talk about investing in others, creating opportunities for people around you, and what it really means to lead through encouragement, belief, and consistency.

If you are trying to grow in your career, support others, or become the kind of leader who creates lasting impact, this conversation is for you. Show up, stay consistent, and always remember to be better.

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In this episode of the Be Better Tribe Podcast, we explore what it really means to grow through consistency, belief, and empathy.

Inspired by lessons from Ted Lasso and insights from The Dip by Seth Godin, this conversation focuses on why consistency often beats talent, why belief has to come before results show up, and how choosing curiosity over judgment can change the way we lead and support the people around us.

Growth rarely happens overnight. It happens when we stay steady, believe longer than others expect us to, and take the time to understand each other better.

If you are leading a team, building confidence in yourself, or simply trying to take the next step forward in your life, this episode is a reminder that becoming better starts with how we show up each day.

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In this episode of the Be Better Tribe podcast, I reflect on the powerful lessons from The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch and why its message still resonates today.

This episode explores what it means to stay connected to your childhood dreams, push through the brick walls that test your commitment, invest in helping others succeed, protect your time, and think intentionally about the legacy you are building every day.

Inspired in part by the message behind the song Daydream by Lily Meola, this conversation is a reminder that it is easy to lose sight of what once mattered to us, but it is never too late to reconnect with it.

If this were your last lecture, what would you want people to remember?

Show up. Stay consistent. And always remember to be better.

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In Episode 13 of the Be Better Tribe Podcast, I sit down with Brandon Roberts to talk about mindset, growth, and what it really looks like to invest in yourself over time.

Brandon’s story is especially meaningful to me because I originally hired him early in his career. Years later, he became my leader. That kind of journey does not happen by accident. It happened because Brandon stayed intentional about his development and committed himself to learning, especially through reading and continuous self improvement.

In this conversation, we talk about his transition from minor league baseball into sales leadership and the lessons sports taught him about discipline, preparation, and resilience. We also talk about how mindset shapes results and why the people who grow the most are the ones who stay curious and keep building their skills over time.

One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is simple: Your ceiling is what you choose.

If you are early in your career or working toward your next level as a leader, Brandon’s story is a great reminder that growth compounds when you stay consistent and keep learning.

Show up. Stay consistent. And always remember to be better.

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In this episode, I reflect on three simple but powerful lessons my dad taught me growing up that still guide how I live today.

• Show up
• Be respectful
• Work hard

Through a few personal stories, I share how he modeled these values every day and how they shaped me as a parent, leader, and teammate. Sometimes the most important lessons are not complicated. They are consistent.

Show up. Stay consistent. And always remember to be better.

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In this episode of the Be Better Tribe Podcast, I open up about some of my all-time financial L’s… and yeah, there are a few 😅

From missed investment opportunities to real estate decisions I’d love a do-over on, this one is part storytime, part therapy session, and hopefully part lesson for you so you don’t make the same mistakes I did.

Because the truth is… most of us don’t learn money from wins. We learn it from the moments that make us say, “what was I thinking?”

Here are a couple takeaways that stuck with me:

• Financial responsibility is not optional… it compounds just like your investments
• A long-term mindset beats short-term emotions every single time

If you’ve ever made a money move you regret, you’re not alone. The goal isn’t perfection… it’s progress.

Be better today than you were yesterday.

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