Got my walk in early today, it will be at least 88° F here. So I’m gonna avoid the heat of the day. Shorts and T-shirts, not jackets. For all of you in snowy or freezing weather—sorry😁. Here’s a picture of group of orange trees bearing a lot of fruit. Looking forward to some Fresh squeezed OJ!

I’ve been thinking about something that many professionals quietly debate: Is success about working a full 8 hours no matter what…Or about delivering 100% on what truly needs to be done — even if it doesn’t take the entire day? The traditional 9–5 model is built around time.Modern performance is built around outcomes. Some days demand intense focus, problem-solving, collaboration, and long hours. Other days require sharp thinking for a few critical tasks — and once they’re done, forcing “busy work” doesn’t create extra value. In high-performance environments — especially in fields like compliance, anti-fraud, tech, and operations — what matters most is: • Quality of decisions • Risk mitigation • Execution accuracy • Meeting deadlines • Delivering measurable results Not simply “clocking time.” At the same time, discipline matters. Consistency matters. Professionalism matters. The real question may not be hours vs. output — but ownership. Are you giving 100% focus to the work that moves the needle?Or are you giving 100% time without 100% impact? I’m curious how this community sees it: Do you believe in strictly working the full 8 hours regardless — or in working based on task demand and performance outcomes?

It’s starting to warm up here in AZ, but it’s still much cooler & nicer than the summer inferno. (High is 76F/24C) This is the best time of year here. My thought for the day is to appreciate the good times because they usually don’t last forever…esp “perfect” weather.

On today's #BelieveWalk I was reminded that you need to have fun in your content creation. If you're forcing yourself to do it and you hate it, you won't continue. It needs to work… but it also needs to be fun. To join the #BelieveWalk Challenge: 1) Wake up and get outside 2) Go for a 15 minute+ walk 3) On the walk, listen to something that helps you #Believe in yourself Try it for 30 days and your life will change.

On today’s #BelieveWalk, I was reminded about the importance of recognizing the people who support you. Just saying thank you, telling them how much they mean to you, and making them feel special for the love and encouragement that they give you. To join the #BelieveWalk Challenge: 1) Wake up and get outside 2) Go for a 15 minute+ walk 3) On the walk, listen to something that helps you #Believe in yourself Try it for 30 days and your life will change.