It's been a while since I've sat down to write.
In September, I spent more time away than I did at home. Tons of fun but WILD and busy. This is more or less an “update” with a few announcements towards the end.
Vegas. Orange County. Nashville. San Diego. Nashville. Miami.
This week, I head to Miami for my 7th event in September.
In the background, I've been building (or buying) companies that I believe in. We have a merch company that is coming online at the end of the month. The clothing will have sayings and phrases that represent what we stand for.
- Rich is not wealthy
- Generosity wins
- Fear no evil
- Courageous > fearless
- Both/and
The content company is booming (if you haven't checked out a few of our recent episodes on YouTube, you should definitely do that). And in the middle of all of it, my main driver is still the same: to be a great dad. To fear God. To help people win where it matters the most…
Money is a piece of it — without money (like food), you will eventually starve. But food is not to be worshipped, nor is money.
A few days ago, Kate and I had our first daddy-daughter date in a month.
She told mom she wanted her fixed and a nice dress to wear. And then made it very clear to me that she didn’t want my hair to be sweaty for our date. She was very concerned her hair would look pretty and my hair would not haha.
We rolled out at 5:30 and headed to get some Mexican food. I said, “Kate you look so beautiful let’s take a picture for later!”
She brought her piggy bank with her she could get candy while we waited for a table.
While we waited to be seated, she started walking around, asking other kids at the restaurant if they would like some money to buy candy and play games. She gave away 3 quarters and 2 rings that she won to other kids.
As we walked out after dinner I said, “Kate do you know much money you gave away tonight?” She said “no but it was at least a lot… probably a lot of money because I have too much money and don’t know what to do with it.”
I said, “You cannot have too much money, Kate, that’s not a thing, BUT, you’re right, we shouldn’t keep all of our money just for us. I’m going to fill your piggy bank back up tomorrow because generosity always makes your life better and you will always get more than you give.”
She didn’t really acknowledge it but just said something like “okay thanks can I eat some of my candy” lol
This morning she ran into my office with her piggy bank.
“Dad, you know how you said you’d give me more for my piggy bank?”
I said yes I remember.
“Well dad,” she said, “I’ve been waiting for it.” Then took her little bank and put it on my lap waiting for me to fill it up.
I said “OH, I will have to go get you some quarters!” Then called mom and asked for some quarters lol
My parents taught me the value of integrity and I have never forgotten these little memories. Of my dad returning change after driving away from a gas station or my mom teaching me not to lie even when I was smart enough to get away with it…
Hopefully the memories my daughter has of being a kid remind her that the world is a beautiful place and the best way to make your life better is to make someone else’s life a little bit better.
Teaching a kid to share is one of tha hardest things in the world to teach.
She’s 5 years old and already giving away money.
I think that’s a good sign.
GENEROSITY WINS.
…As it always does.
We are hosting an event in Nashville on October 18th. If you have dealt with anxiety, self-sabotage, or fear — you should move something to be here with us. I don't “teach,” I program. It's a different experience, and you won't be the same after.
Email for details (we have almost sold out the venue and, I'm just being honest, most likely will be sold out by the time you get to emailing — but it's worth a shot).
Our events are so fun…
We keep them small, so they are safe.
I'll get back to a regular writing schedule in the next week or two.
The Sales book is a best-seller and doesn't even hit physical bookstores until January (20,000 stores all at once will be a trip!). My old classic “The Wealthy Consultant” is still on the best-seller lists. If you're looking for a great manual for setting up a durable consultancy, you should pick it up.
My next book deadline is December and it's a tough one. The topics:
- Identity
- Confidence
- Self-esteem
- WINNING
All throughout history, you find stories of normal men and women who changed the world. Why? How does it happen for some but not all? And, more importantly, how can you be one of “the ones?” That's what this book is about.
Adios for now…
I'll check in next week!
-Taylor