We all hear the advice to “find a mentor,” but here’s the part no one talks about—it’s just as valuable to learn from people you don’t want to be like. In this episode, we dig into why bad examples can be some of our best teachers. Watching poor leadership, unchecked ego, or burnout in action gives us clues about what to avoid and who we want to become instead. Growth isn’t just about following the right role models—it’s also about recognizing the warning signs in the wrong ones. The people who show you what not to do might be shaping you the most.

We live in a world drowning in information—but starving for action. In this episode, we challenge the old G.I. Joe saying and talk about why knowing something isn’t even close to half the battle. You can read all the books, watch all the videos, and listen to all the podcasts, but if you don’t do something with it, nothing changes. Growth happens when knowledge meets execution. So the next time you say, “Yeah, I know,” ask yourself—“But am I doing anything about it?”

Decision fatigue is real—especially when you’re juggling work, family, and everything in between. In this episode, we talk about how learning to say “no for now” can help protect your focus, energy, and best yeses for later. Not every question needs an instant answer, and not every opportunity deserves your time right away. Giving yourself permission to pause creates clarity and keeps your priorities in check. Sometimes the smartest move isn’t yes or no—it’s not yet.