How to Stay Motivated When You’re Your Own Boss
By Andrew Draayer When people hear that I work for myself, they often imagine total freedom: sleeping in, calling the shots, and working when I want. And sure, there’s a lot of freedom that comes with being your own boss—but here’s the part people don’t talk about enough: staying motivated without anyone holding you accountable […]
How Sports Prepare Kids for the Real World (And Why I Still Compete)
Sports Were My First Teacher Before I was a dad, a business owner, or even a serious student, I was an athlete. I grew up in a huge family—ninth of ten kids—and learned early on that if I wanted to stand out, I had to hustle. Sports became my way of doing that. Whether it […]
What Sales Taught Me About Listening: The Underrated Superpower in Business
When people think about sales, they often imagine smooth talkers—fast-paced, high-energy people who can pitch anything to anyone. And sure, I’ve met my fair share of great talkers in this business. But what I’ve learned, especially after years of knocking on doors and hearing thousands of “no’s,” is that talking isn’t the real superpower. Listening […]
Raising Kids with Grit: Why I Teach My Children to Embrace Challenges Early
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from a life full of ups, downs, door knocks, and wild pivots—it’s that grit is everything. Talent is great. Intelligence helps. But at the end of the day, the people who keep showing up, who can take a hit and keep going, those are the ones who win. And […]
Raising Kids with Grit: Why I Teach My Children to Embrace Challenges Early
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from a life full of ups, downs, door knocks, and wild pivots—it’s that grit is everything. Talent is great. Intelligence helps. But at the end of the day, the people who keep showing up, who can take a hit and keep going, those are the ones who win. And […]
The Mental Game of Golf: How to Stay Focused and Improve Your Performance
Let me start by saying this—golf is just as much a mental game as it is physical. You can have the best swing in the world, but if your mind isn’t in the right place, your scorecard will show it. I’ve learned that the hard way, through plenty of shanked shots, missed putts, and rounds […]
Balancing Entrepreneurship and Fatherhood: Tips for Success
Let me be honest right off the bat—balancing entrepreneurship and fatherhood isn’t easy. There’s no perfect formula, and there are plenty of days where I feel like I’m winging it. But over the years, I’ve learned a few things that help me stay grounded, keep my business moving forward, and still be the dad my […]