It's common to agonize over decisions, but a few years ago I realized I was asking the wrong question entirely. Instead of "Did I make the right decision?" I started asking "How do I make better decisions faster?"

That shift led me to discover and study decision-making frameworks - and these three have that completely changed how I approach business and life.

1:22 - One-way vs. Two-way doors
4:39 - The Lindy Effect
8:28 - The Chick Test
12:49 - Waitlist for writing your book

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I got sick this past week and it made me realize something important about my content strategy - I've been spreading myself way too thin.

Sometimes it takes getting "punched in the mouth" (as Mike Tyson would say) to see what's really not working. So, I'm sharing my honest struggle with feeling scattered across multiple platforms and the bold new approach I'm testing for the next six months minimum. I

f you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to be everywhere online, this look at simplifying your content might give you the permission you need to focus.

Check out my new book with Andy Storch - available now!

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This fall, I'm planning to host an accelerator to help future authors ideate, write, and market their book. If you're interested, get on the waiting list here:

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What happens when a hardworking analyst who gets mistaken for a flight attendant discovers she needs more than excellent work to climb the corporate ladder? May Busch's 24-year journey from junior analyst to Chief Operating Officer at Morgan Stanley Europe reveals the uncomfortable truths about executive presence, personal branding, and why your skills alone won't get you promoted. Some key points:

• The promotion-killing wardrobe mistake that taught May the harsh reality about looking "the part"
• The secret world of workplace sponsors and how May accidentally earned one of the most difficult managing directors as her champion
• Why AI won't eliminate all roles but will fundamentally change what companies expect from rising talent in the next 3-5 years
• The "hand brake" revelation that explains how world-class worriers can still achieve extraordinary success in high-pressure environments

Get May's new book, Visible: thevisiblebook.com

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Finally, check out my new book with Andy Storch - available now!

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This fall, I'm planning to host an accelerator to help future authors ideate, write, and market their book. If you're interested, get on the waiting list here:

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In this conversation, I team up with my friend Andy Storch to share the behind-the-scenes story of our new book Own Your Brand, Own Your Career.

We pull back the curtain on what it’s like to co-author a book from scratch, why we chose to self-publish, and how this project bridges my world of solopreneurs with Andy’s corporate leadership audience. Beyond the book itself, we dive deep into collaboration, personal branding, and the future of work in the age of AI.

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This fall, I'm planning to host an accelerator to help future authors ideate, write, and market their book. If you're interested, get on the waiting list here:

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In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Barry Davis, a collegiate Hall of Fame baseball coach and author of Old Dog, New Tricks: The Power of Leading with Emotional Intelligence. Barry shares how writing books has not only shaped his leadership but also expanded his platform as a consultant, speaker, and facilitator.

You'll also get some golden insights on coaching and mentorship. My favorite takeaway? Coach the person, not the position.

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I sit down with author Marissa Nehlsen to share how we helped her bring her first book, Live Life Rich, to life. You'll learn how the book was conceived and structured, as well as some of the challenges we faced. You can also view this interview in studio on my YouTube channel here.

If you've ever wanted to write a book or were curious about how the ghostwriter / client dynamic works, tune in.

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This fall, I'm planning to host an accelerator to help future authors ideate, write, and market their book. If you're interested, get on the waiting list here:

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Finally, if you haven't yet done so, register for my You Are the Brand AI Summit where you'll learn from leading experts on how to amplify your personal brand using AI - without losing your authenticy or audience:

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As AI continues to change how we work, I’ve been paying close attention to the one thing it can’t replicate: taste. In this conversation, I share why I believe cultivating discernment is the real differentiator, how I’m personally practicing it, and what you can do to sharpen yours in business, branding, and creativity.

• Why I think AI can replicate skills but not intuition—and why that excites me.
• How Rick Rubin and Johnny Cash helped me see taste in a whole new way.
• The way I curate my inputs to sharpen my instincts and creativity.
• Why I’ve learned subtraction is just as important as addition in great work.
• The feedback loops I rely on to refine my eye and get better over time.

Join me at my upcoming (free!) You Are the Brand AI Summit at youarethebrand.ai and learn how to turn your voice into your ultimate competitive edge.

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Content alone won’t set you apart anymore. AI can create more words, images, and videos than you could in a lifetime—but it can’t replicate your voice, your perspective, or the way you connect with people. That’s why what you say, how you say it, and the stories you share are about to become your most valuable assets.

I’ve just spent weeks deep in conversations with some smart entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders I know for my upcoming You Are the Brand AI Summit.

One very common theme: the people who win in this next wave will be the ones who double down on authenticity, not automation. A few more shares from this episode:

• The “authenticity premium” that’s making human connection more valuable than ever
• Why live, in-person events are exploding right now
• Why professional speakers aren't afraid of AI (this was cool)
• Why your unpolished, uncomfortable stories are often your biggest differentiator

The summit kicks off August 25—and it’s completely free. When you register, you’ll get my personal field notes from every conversation, plus an exclusive 90-minute live workshop where my team and I will show you exactly how we built the summit using AI (and where we didn’t).

Secure your spot now at youarethebrand.ai and learn how to turn your voice into your ultimate competitive edge.

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