The people who most influenced my performance offered tough love.

The people who most influenced my performance offered tough love.

Their perspectives were candid and often painful to receive.

But I was left with no illusion what good (and excellent) looked like. And where I was falling short.

If you’re ambitious I strongly advise you put your sensibilities to one side.

Hang out with mentors who cross your safety boundaries.

Look for people who raise the bar, stretch your game, and push your perceived limits.

Or settle for less. That’s a choice too.