Six months. That’s how long it’s been since my last post.
And honestly, that post (and video) still do a good job summarizing why.
Days turn into weeks, weeks turn into months, and my business hat remains mostly on the metaphorical shelf.
But I don’t regret it. Not at all. Life is a constant game of prioritizing (and reprioritizing) what’s most important.
Simply put, my goal to start another company (and document the process) isn’t nearly as important as other things. Life things. Family things. Seeking stability, calmness, and love for me and those I care about most.
And that’s totally fine with me. I’ve been living in the moments and making some incredible memories over the last few months. I’m grateful for this and what’s ahead.
As I often say, progress is perfection.
What really matters
My colleagues at Forge3 used to tell me to care less about what people said about us.
We had hundreds of 5-star ratings, accolades, and awards. The best in the industry. Our customer satisfaction scores were off the charts. We had an incredible reputation. People loved us.
Yet, I spent hours trying to understand why a single client gave us an 8 instead of a perfect 10. I truly wanted to understand and get better. But I also realized that these exceptions didn’t define us.
Our reputation was much bigger, stronger, and well established across many years of consistent action.
As a result, Forge3 quickly became the industry’s fastest growing platform and was acquired.
Quiet confidence
For now, I find myself in an unusual and unfamiliar phase of life.
I have a deep desire to build and feel locked in (maybe it’s nuts), but I also have an awareness that things take time and it’s important to let life breathe a little along the way. I’ve never been good at this, but I’m getting better at it. I think. Maybe.
The most difficult times in life (and business) are before momentum and confidence are built. The certainty of uncertainty. It’s the time of many ideas, options, and “what ifs.” It’s both energizing and scary as hell.
It’s also when the world around us can feel most skeptical. It’s when doubters doubt, the cynics are cynical, and the naysayers try to convince us that nothing is possible.
I’ve heard this sh*t my entire life. It’s funny how these people become quiet as perseverance, progress, and success unfold.
I’ll continue to live with ambition, gratitude, and a quiet confidence and let my actions speak louder than any words can. I’m in this for the long haul.
For now, I’m proud of the reflection in the mirror. My hope is that you can say the same.
Cheers to patience, life, and whatever comes next!
