I remember the first time I walked onto a construction site. It was depressing. Here I was—I did the school thing—and I still couldn’t land a cushy office job. I had to settle for working as a carpenter’s apprentice. And when there was no more carpentry work, I chipped in as a laborer. Sometimes, I would break down and cry. Over time, I learned something from the men on that site: Most of them never finished high school. But I learned to love each of them, because they were good men providing...
3 days ago • 1 min read
Always feeling behind financially? No savings for emergencies or opportunities? It can be hard to put away some money and not touch it—especially with all your bills and responsibilities. And inflation is eating up a big chunk of it. But it could also be behavioral. Maybe we’re just overspending. If you think it might come down to a bad habit, read on. Or you could stop here. But if you’re struggling with a behavior you don’t like—or a belief around money—this little nugget of wisdom might...
4 days ago • 1 min read
One time we’re at the playground and she connected with a child her age. They played for about 30 minutes. The next thing I hear was: “Mommy, can Gold come to my birthday party?” Now we’re in the middle of a group of excited children having a massive amount of fun. We missed one birthday party last week because we went out of town, and now we’re at another. My three-year-old has a busy calendar. And it’s not summer yet. Talk about busy: I am trying out this school on Kajabi for the next 7...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Are you still interested in becoming more productive. Mwando Dennie You are getting this email because, at some point, you were struggling with procrastination and signed up for the Crush Procrastination 5-Day Email challenge at byfivepm.com. Tired of my emails? No problem. Click here to unsubscribe. 113 Cherry St #92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2205
6 days ago • 1 min read
Your opinion is very important—because it’s your perspective of the world. But it needs to be known, and it should be informed. “I never allow myself to have an opinion on anything that I don’t know the other side’s argument better than they do.” — Charlie Munger So how do you learn the other side’s argument? We listen. Mwando Dennie You are getting this email because, at some point, you were struggling with procrastination and signed up for the Crush Procrastination 5-Day Email challenge at...
7 days ago • 1 min read
A senior Navy SEAL was asked what’s the most important quality of any Navy SEAL. And he said something I didn’t expect. I thought it would’ve been something like leadership, intelligence, or strategy. But he said this instead: Humility. I actually learned that a few years ago. Today, however, I found out something more, a deeper power of humility. It’s even a weird way to look at it, but here it is as simply as I can say it: “Humility is growing room.” The power it gives the owner is that it...
8 days ago • 1 min read
I’ve failed as a parent. I did not heed the advice of a very wise and older woman with four children. And so now I’m stuck with a toddler who does not want to sleep in her own room. Sometimes we get stuck in these comfortable decisions for whatever reason. My little toddler’s sleeping situation can still change with some sleep training. But some people may have decisions that are more irreversible and carry heavier consequences. So what do we do with those decisions? Take the advice and act...
9 days ago • 1 min read
So how did it go? Did you finish that resume and apply for the job today? One thing I forgot to mention yesterday: I have a friend who reviews resumes for people—even at the CEO level—and she’s had a lot of success doing it. Let me know if you need help with your resume, and I can share her contact information with you Mwando Dennie You are getting this email because, at some point, you were struggling with procrastination and signed up for the Crush Procrastination 5-Day Email challenge at...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Today I spent the day trying to help out a friend, so I’m mentally and physically exhausted. But I refuse to make that an excuse not to write to you today. Yesterday, I pushed you to apply for that job Monday at 9:00 AM. So this email is simply me reminding you to shoot your shot. That job could possibly be yours. That one application could be the turning point in your story. So I’m going to go take a shower and get some rest. But not you though. You’ve got to stay up late if you have to, and...
11 days ago • 1 min read