by CJ McClanahan | Sep 11, 2025 | Blog
Overachievers teach themselves that, as long as they have the right mindset, they can achieve anything. There’s just one small problem with that…. <> Many years ago, my mentor asked me what was more important: attitude or behavior. I immediately...
by CJ McClanahan | Sep 4, 2025 | Blog
Values always drive decisions. Are you aware of which ones are driving yours? <> Recently, I was asked to speak on the topic of “values”. This opportunity challenged me to review my core values (commitment, kindness, generosity, justice) and ask a simple...
by CJ McClanahan | Aug 21, 2025 | Blog
The simplest tactic to ensure your peace, happiness, and fulfillment might be one of the most difficult to embrace. <> Since 2003, I’ve reinforced a handful of simple concepts over and over again. One of these has been to plan the week/day in advance. This...
by CJ McClanahan | Aug 14, 2025 | Blog
Have you ever experienced envy of another person’s circumstances or choices? Join the club. <> It’s not unusual for me to meet a successful professional and leave the conversation wondering, “Why didn’t I do that for a living?” I know I’m not the only...
by CJ McClanahan | Aug 7, 2025 | Blog
What I learned about kindness on a trip to Chicago. <> A few weeks ago, my wife, Nicole, and I visited my son in Chicago. While walking on Navy Pier, Nicole looked at a group of people obviously celebrating a birthday and said, “I love your shirts!” The...
