Why Every Young Professional Should Compete—on the Field, the Board, or in Everyday Life

Competition Isn’t the Enemy—It’s the Training Ground There was a time when I thought competition was only for athletes. As a hurdler and basketball player growing up, my version of “competition” meant pushing to beat a time, win a game, or earn a spot on the starting lineup. Later, chess became another arena where I […]
Staying Grounded in a High-Performance World: My Approach to Focus and Fulfillment

The Pressure to Always Be “On” We live in a world that moves fast. Deadlines, metrics, expectations—it can feel like everything needs to happen now. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or someone chasing a personal goal, the pressure to always be producing, achieving, or improving can be overwhelming. I’ve definitely felt it. Coming from […]