Good morning, legends. Let’s talk about The Memorization Trap. Memorizing things like names is valuable—people’s names are music to their ears, and getting that right builds instant rapport. But there’s a difference between remembering details and developing a mind that can think creatively. When it comes to names, a few strategies go a long way: 1) If the name reminds you of someone else, make that connection in your head. 2) Picture the person in a ridiculous or memorable scenario to “stamp” the name in your memory. 3) Repeat their name a few times during the conversation. 4) If it’s a tough name or totally new to you, write it down after they leave—just a quick note in your phone. Now, let me be clear—memorizing is a good skill. As a personal challenge, I memorized all 48 Laws of Power last summer and still have them locked in. But the ability to think creatively will always outshine raw memory. Our school systems often drill us to memorize and regurgitate information, but they rarely teach us how to solve problems by thinking outside the box. I remember being told I was wrong in school more than once—even when I had the right answer. Why? Because I didn’t follow the teacher’s method. This kind of thinking trains us to believe there’s only one correct way to approach problems, which is a dangerous habit. In life and business, success depends on solving complex challenges in ways that others haven’t thought of. The ones stuck in the rat race often are rule followers who can’t think for themselves, while the leaders and creators forge their own path. Today’s mission: Break free from those patterns that tell you there’s only one way to think. Start questioning your own beliefs and develop a mindset of curiosity. Challenge yourself to solve problems in new ways. The truth is, creative thinkers create history—they don’t just record someone else’s version of it. Make today one for the books—think big, think bold, and make every conversation count ❤️‍🔥

Most successful people if not all have done before they knew. It’s because of them doing before thinking that they’ve achieved success. But that sounds flawed doesn’t it? Not really, the reason is that because since they did before knowing what it is what they wanted to do. And only took action as soon as they had a brief idea. It’s because of their action they then KNEW what to do and what the gaps were in their knowledge. Am I saying to not plan anything? No, of course not but don’t get so caught in planning to the point where it leads to no action and time being wasted. It’s like studying basketball, you know the perfect form for the best jump shot, the best attack angles and ways to intercept the enemies defensive playbook. But what good is all that if you haven’t even practiced the game to see what you need to work on? Start doing kings.

Only when you can endure what others cannot, can you then do what people cannot do." - John D. Rockefeller For thousands of years, philosophers have said, “Know yourself.” But it’s not just about recognizing your negative traits; it’s about knowing your potential. Others will treat you the way you think you are. If a person believes they’re inferior, their actions will reflect that belief, proving it true to others. How you think determines how you act, and how you act determines how others see you. If you want to be respected, you must first believe you are worthy of respect. Impulse is your worst enemy. I used to tell myself I was impulsive, and that mindset trapped me. But with practice, I began to flip the script: saying to myself daily "what you don’t do determines what you can do". Also repeating knowledge from the great Warren Buffet, "The difference between successful people and really successful people is that really successful people say no to almost everything" My role model, John D. Rockefeller—the world’s first billionaire—was driven by two main goals: to become the richest man in the United States and to live to 100. He became the wealthiest man in the world and lived to 97 without modern medicine, which is incredible considering he died in 1937. His strong will and discipline kept him healthy and alive. Much of my attitude lately has been shaped by the 38 Letters from John D. Rockefeller to his son, and saying to myself "What would Rockefeller do" stops me from wasting time, because I need to win in life. I will gladly sacrifice my comfort in the present moment to gain knowledge that will pay dividends for the rest of your life. Patience doesn’t mean you suppress your competitive spirit; it means you channel it strategically. In the past few weeks, I started meal prepping, and the time saved on cooking and cleaning gave me more energy and productivity in other areas. Once you see the net benefit of a good habit, it becomes easier to maintain it. The opposite is true for bad habits—they’re easy to create but hard to break.

Yesterday, I had an inspiring conversation with an influencer who's currently doing what I’m working towards. We talked for about 20 minutes, and his story hit me hard. Just a month ago, this guy started posting videos where he walks up to people, being funny and confident—showing exactly how powerful of a skill approaching can be. Fast forward to now, he’s got multiple videos with over a million views and around 60k followers on Instagram. How? He simply posted two reels a day, every day, and let the process take care of itself. He’s based in Miami, working for himself, driven by a relentless mindset that no one’s going to outwork him. He told me the reason he met with me was “If I give, I know I’ll get 10x back in return”. That mindset of trusting the process and always giving value is the foundation for his success. It reminded me that we can all benefit from this. It’s not about waiting for the perfect moment or doubting ourselves—it’s about doing more, thinking less, and letting action drive us forward. What’s even better is that we plan to eventually link up in Miami, hit the clubs together, and bring that same energy to the scene. I can already tell he’s going to be a great connection, and I’m excited for the content we’ll create when I make my way over there. This call was a reminder that the right people and opportunities show up when you're aligned with your goals. Ever since I decided to put myself out there and declared that this is what I want to do, I’ve been meeting influencers who are on the same path. I keep telling myself: "my energy attracts the people I want in my life to me, and keeps people I don't want/need in my life away". I’m living proof that when your mindset and actions are aligned, the universe responds. Now, I’m bringing that same energy and focus to this community. I’m here to put in the work, and I’m excited to give back through the content I’ll be creating. My glasses, which are designed to record interactions, are coming this week, and I can’t wait to use them for footage of the approaches. I’ll be sharing those experiences with all of you, showing what consistent effort and the right mindset can really achieve.

Let’s take our affirmation game to the next level today by connecting it to real, powerful memories. Patrick Bet-David once shared an incredible story that stuck with me. An actor was struggling with his lines, messing up over and over. Patrick pulled him aside and asked, “Do you remember the first girl who broke your heart? What was her name? Do you remember the look on the face of the guy she was with?” Patrick reminded him of that smirk, the one her new boyfriend gave him since she told him all about how she shattered his heart when breaking up with him. He told the actor, “I want you to dig deep and feel that moment and pull from other things that were said and done. You’re no longer you—you’re Bobby,” referring to the character the actor was playing. He told the actor not to talk to anyone else. Then said “Imagine that her new boyfriend is the guy standing right in front of you, get back out there and deliver your lines.” I’m going to start implementing this tactic with my own stories, so that whenever I’m nervous before a big meeting or presenting in front of a crowd, I can remind myself of times that were either really painful or when I outstanding. Those memories will remind me that I’ll crush it. That emotional intensity helped the actor deliver his lines, and great actors pull on their personal stories for energy. The more stories you have to draw from, the stronger you become—it’s truly unlimited energy. I challenge you to write out your five most painful moments, your five most successful moments, the five most painful statements anyone’s ever said to you, and the five moments where you felt absolutely unstoppable. These are your fuel. Tap into them, and let them power you forward. As for me, I’ve recently started casting my own vision, and it’s already paying off. Faith, fate, and clarity are everything. When you have faith that the universe or a higher power has your back, and you cast your vision, the right people and opportunities will start to align. That’s exactly what happened this week when Garrett sent me the Instagram profile of a successful creator in the approaching niche.