Energy Management: You have "High Energy" windows and "Low Energy" windows. Match your hardest tasks to your highest energy. Don't fight your biology; work with it. https://f.mtr.cool/dvtdlzjosg
Morning Momentum: The first hour of the day sets the tone for the hunt. Don't let other people's priorities (inboxes) hijack your morning. Focus on your "Big Rock" first.
True wealth is a healthy body, a peaceful home, and a mind that doesn't hunt predators that aren't there.
You are the descendant of survivors, explorers, and warriors. Stop playing small in a world that wants you to be quiet.
The Multitasking Myth: You can’t hunt two mammoths at once. Switching tasks costs your brain "reloading time." Do one thing. Do it well. Move on.
Deep Work is Hunting: High-value tasks require "Hunting Focus"—singular, intense, and uninterrupted. Stop "foraging" (emails/slack) and start "hunting" your biggest goal.
The best 'social media' is a conversation around a real fire with people who truly know your name.
Nature doesn't rush, yet everything gets accomplished. Take a lesson from the trees: Grow at your own pace.
Celebrate the Kill: When the tribe succeeded, they feasted. Don't move to the next task without acknowledging the win. Celebration is the fuel for the next hunt. https://f.mtr.cool/bgqovizqug
A caveman knows that a clear 'No' today is a 'Yes' to his survival tomorrow. Protect your energy like it’s your only spark.
Greatness is found in the struggle of the hunt, not just the comfort of the meal.
Shared Vision: A tribe without a destination just wanders. Ensure your team knows exactly which "mountain" you are trying to climb this quarter.
Non-Verbal Cues: 90% of tribal communication was non-verbal. In the world of Zoom, remember that your posture and eye contact speak louder than your "mute" button.
You don't need a more complex life; you need a more meaningful one. Simplify the mission, amplify the results.
The sunset looks the same today as it did 40,000 years ago. Don't forget to stop and watch it.
Value over Title: In the primitive world, you were respected for what you brought to the fire, not your title. Focus on adding value today, and the respect will follow. https://f.mtr.cool/zkkemuwwqy
The Power of Ritual: Ancestral tribes used rituals to bond. Whether it’s a Monday morning huddle or a Friday win-share, create "rituals" that make your team feel like a Tribe.
A happy tribe is one where everyone knows their value. Your worth isn't your job title; it's your contribution to the fire.
Your 'best life' is buried under all the things you think you need but don't. Strip away the noise to find the core.
Your 'best life' is buried under all the things you think you need but don't. Strip away the noise to find the core.
Too much bad stuff is going on - so to lighten the mood, here is my thought - after a visit to one of my best friends in the world, my wife decided to recreate the moment. What do you think? Close enough? And yes, that is a US/UK portal for us to pop over to each other's houses.
Conflict Resolution: In a small tribe, you couldn't ignore conflict—it would rot the group. Address "splinters" before they become "infections." Deal with issues early and honestly.
We weren't built for 24/7 productivity. We were built for the hunt, the feast, and the long, deep rest by the fire.
Rain falls on every cave. The wise Chief doesn't curse the clouds; he uses the time to sharpen his spears.
Authenticity: Cavemen didn't have LinkedIn profiles; they had their reputation and their actions. Be the person in the room that you claim to be on the screen.
Listen Like a Hunter: A good hunter listens more than they speak. Are you listening to your team's words, or are you listening for the subtext and the "silence" between the lines? https://f.mtr.cool/onppylindn
That feeling when all you want to do is go back to bed, but you have emails to send.
The mammoth isn't on your screen. Look up, breathe deep, and re-engage with the world right in front of you.
Success isn't found in a full inbox; it’s found in a quiet mind and a focused heart.
The Chief Leads First: You can't demand "calm" from your team if you are projecting "panic." Your Tribe mirrors your energy. Lead with the composure you want to see. https://f.mtr.cool/rujhbrxbcs
