This is one of my favorite episodes to create each quarter because it's a chance to reflect on what worked, what flopped, and what moved the needle in my business.
In this Q3 “Laying Bricks” episode, I share the behind-the-scenes of July through September 2025—including a vacation that went wildly wrong… until it turned into a total miracle.
From beach house surprises to tough team decisions, I’m breaking down the mindset shifts, business moves, and real-life lessons that are helping me build—brick by brick—the future I’m chasing.
If you’re in a season of change, trust me: this one’s for you.
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[00:01] Discover why I document the behind-the-scenes decisions that shape my business trajectory.
[00:45] How a chaotic, overcrowded hotel nearly ruined our family trip—and what happened next.
[03:40] How an unexpected offer transformed our vacation (and my mindset).
[05:15] Why waking up in a dream-like beach house felt like divine intervention.
[06:25] Why our biggest breakthroughs often come when we surrender control.
[07:20] How this vacation miracle mirrors entrepreneurship (and why we need to stay flexible).
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