I read this book before going back to college, for the third time, and finally finished with honors. "Grit" taught me that success has more to do with your tenacity than how smart you are. The one thing I had plenty of.

Talk about a powerhouse. I don't know that I will ever employ my mind the way David does, but I do know I'm using it a whole lot more because of his message.

Tiffany is one of my favorite comedians and its not just because she's hilarious. It's because she's real and her ability to create a winning mindset given her early years - she's my hero. Bonus - she impacts yours while she has you laughing.

This man changed my life when I heard him talk about perception. He agreed to be on my podcast when I talked to him about "awe" - not realizing he was in the midst of its study. 

I first heard William's commencement speech while I was in college. It taught me to have systems in place to support me and my goals. Systems as simple as making your bed. I rarely miss making my bed these days - thank you William.

This couple changed my life in ways I will forever be grateful for. Their own transformation - evolution is beyond inspiring. They're the world's first personal evolution company and I confess - I have definitely evolved since I saw them in 2018.

I owe running for the Society of Professional Journalism's Director at-Large in 2017, applying for a fellowship at Stanford (though not qualifications) and talking to strangers to Mel. All of which have changed and improved upon my life.