Most business owners have no idea how many customers they lose because their website loads slowly. How long will you wait before clicking off a slow site?

I want to share a lesson that cost me real money and real momentum. Years ago, I was invited to be on Guy Fieri’s Triple D Food Network Show and I declined. Not because the opportunity wasn’t good… Because my ego got in the way. I let my personal pride interfere with my professional responsibilities. And that decision cost my business visibility, traffic, and revenue for my team. How many of you have done this? Culinary CEOs don’t make decisions based on pride. They make decisions based on impact. Here’s the truth: Your personal feelings are not your business strategy. Your brand needs clarity.Your team needs cashflow.Your business needs you to think long-term, not emotional. Social media especially — that’s where people burn their own brand.Oversharing, reacting, mixing personal drama with professional messaging. It’s a fire waiting for a spark. Focus on the product. Build Trust. Show the process.Sell the thing. Save the personal stuff for a better outlet. One line that hit me recently: “Be humble in life and proud in business.” — Marlon Wayans Be humble enough to get out of your own way. Be loud enough to market your business aggressively. Don’t leave money on the table because of your feelings. 4 Things to Consider Before Responding 1. Your personal identity is not your brand.Your guests, your followers, your customers buy the experience — not your emotions. 2. Social media is a tool, not a diary. You're building trust and selling a product. Personal drama won't convert to $$$— consistency does. 3. Pride kills opportunities. Be humble enough to accept the spotlight. Be proud enough to use it to grow your business. 4. Every decision must answer one question: “Does this help my brand grow or does this just feed my feelings?” If it feeds your feelings, leave it alone. If it builds your business, move fast. Ask yourself today: Where is your ego holding your business back? Drop your thoughts below.Let’s talk. Let’s learn. Let's grow.