In September 2013, my life was grand. I was a few months into working my dream job as COO and Editor-in-Chief of a startup men’s magazine. We just landed our first cover story on David Backes, captain of the St. Louis Blues, and I found myself standing center ice at…
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What a Top Gun Scene Taught Me About Leadership
One of my favorite movies of all time is Top Gun. Maybe it’s the soundtrack, or the final bro hug between Maverick and Iceman. Or maybe, it’s because if you’ve ever seen me run, you know I definitely have a “need for speed.” But, I absolutely love the movie…
From COO to Flower Delivery Guy
In July 2013, I began my dream job. I became the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Editor-in-chief of a startup magazine. This meant I got to set the vision for each issue, write content I was passionate about, and lead the team. During my tenure, I was blessed with some amazing…
I’m Addicted to My To-Do List
Every day when I get home from work, it’s “go time.” And for me, it looks a little something like this: Kiss my family. Get the mail. Make lunch. Prep breakfast for tomorrow. Clean toy room so I can use it for my workout the next morning. Setup tomorrow’s workout. Add any receipts…
Have You Ever Lost Confidence in Yourself?
When I started my dream job 4 years ago, I was brimming with confidence. As the Chief Operating Officer and Editor-in-chief of a startup men’s magazine, I knew it was going to be a lot of work. But I had hustled to get there. I was ready for the challenge…
6 Valuable Life Lessons for Every Adult (Courtesy of My Kids)
I always thought adulthood would be great: no homework, staying up late, and cookies whenever I want. Ahhh…that special moment when perception meets reality. You know the one. There’s that first summer with no vacation. There’s that first moment when you humbly head to bed before 9 p.m. Or there’s…
What a Garbage Man Taught Me About Joy
I have 2 boys: Kellen, who is 4, and Nolan, who is 18 months. Each week, both of these boys look forward to one thing. Sunday night football? Nope. Saturday morning yard work? I wish. Our weekly visit to Chick-fil-A? I probably get more excited about it than they do…
Are Your Excuses Holding You Back? So Were Mine.
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away (let’s call it college), I really wanted to be in great shape. I used to dream about what it would be like to have 6-pack abs, well-defined biceps, and shoulders that looked like The Rock…
My Cover Letter Got Me a Job
The beginning of 2014 was a difficult time in the Porteous household. For the first time in my adult life, I found myself jobless. And while I did whatever it took to keep some sort of income rolling in for my family, the reality was…I needed to find a job…