"All I want to know is where I’m going to die, so I’ll never go there." - Charlie Munger Inversion is a mental model that flips the script on traditional problem-solving. Rather than look at a problem in a linear, forward, logical manner, you think about it in reverse. It forces you to think differently about the problem—to see it from a new angle, from a fresh perspective. It provides a unique lens to simplify the complex. Well, there is one complex, foundational problem that is truly universal: How do you live a good life? Let's harness the power of inversion to address it. Here are 20 ways to live a miserable life: 1. You chase every short-term pleasure 2. You lack the courage to act 3. You only show up when you feel like it 4. You allow idleness to dominate your life 5. You fear uncertainty 6. You get your dopamine from information gathering 7. You allow optimal to get in the way of beneficial 8. You make your happiness conditional 9. You worry about the opinions of the crowd 10. You chase novelty 11. You wait for the perfect moment 12. You wait for permission to live your life 13. You avoid hard conversations 14. You complain about things outside your control 15. You treat your "house" like crap 16. You allow negative people to drain your energy 17. You compare yourself to others 18. You obsess over speed 19. You expect someone to come save you 20. You ignore the precious nature of time This was another page of wisdom from Sahil Bloom's newsletter. There is a wealth of wisdom in the details of each of the above and you can find in his full article. Here's the link: https://www.sahilbloom.com/newsletter/how-to-live-a-miserable-life For me it's Read, Learn, Do, Learn, Grow and then I do it all over again.

When you’re given the opportunity to speak on someone else’s stage, understand this—you’re not just there to elevate yourself. Your primary job is to elevate the host and create an experience that aligns with their vision for the event. Too many speakers walk in thinking it’s all about them—their story, their expertise, their time to shine. But here’s the truth: If you don’t move the audience in a way that makes the host look good and delivers the impact they intended, you showed up wrong. Every stage you step on is a partnership. The host is trusting you with their audience, their reputation, and the experience they’ve built. If you want more speaking opportunities, focus on: ✅ Bringing energy and engagement that aligns with the event’s purpose ✅ Delivering massive value that makes the host glad they brought you in ✅ Respecting the time, structure, and experience they worked hard to create When you make the event better because you were on stage, you’ll be invited back. Not just to that stage, but to countless others. So next time you speak, ask yourself: 👉 Did I serve the audience at the highest level? 👉 Did I make the host look like a genius for bringing me in? 👉 Did I create an experience that people will talk about long after the event? If the answer is yes, you’re doing it right. If not, it’s time to adjust. #BusinessLeadersNetwork #G3Summit #PublicSpeaking #StagePresence #EntrepreneurMindset #ServeFirst #SpeakingOpportunities #ElevateTheRoom #LeadershipInAction

What single habit, if implemented consistently for the rest of this year, would transform your life the most? For me it's the habit of being courageous. Having the courage to be uncomfortable. Making calls and braving the possibility of rejection.​

Arguments often arise from unexpressed, unmet expectations. When we focus on "winning," the conflict only intensifies—like pulling on a knot, making it tighter and harder to untangle. Instead, by choosing to understand the other person's perspective before seeking to be understood ourselves, we create an opportunity for growth. This shift allows us to unravel the tension, learn from one another, and address unmet expectations together. In doing so, we not only resolve the argument but also strengthen the relationship.

Hello everyone! 👋 I’m Joshua Ridley, and I’m excited to be part of this group! I specialize in payment processing - specifically for card not present businesses. I work for a company called Rate Tracker. We help all businesses by offering customized payment solutions to improve your technology, lower your processing fees, improve cash flow, and ensure smooth transactions for your customers. I take a consultative approach with my clients, and provide "white glove" service during both the onboarding process and for as long as you're a client of ours. Every business is different, and most business owners have the same common goal: GROWTH! That's what we help with, and if you’re looking for ways to eliminate payment processing fees, improve payment efficiency, or simply understand your current processing setup better, let’s connect! Drop a comment or send me a message—I’d love to chat. Also, if you want to keep track of your credit card processing rates automatically, check out our free Rate Tracker software—it gives you a clear breakdown of your fees every month. You can find it here: https://ratetracker.io/rate-tracker-software/ Looking forward to networking with you all!