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Business & Leadership

THE WEEKLY DEPOSIT:
SMALL ACTIONS, BIG WINS
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Ready for Church
A couple of months ago, I started a new habit with a group of guys. The first time we did it, it was -40°C, just before sunrise, right...
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Do it Anyway
Most people wait for the perfect conditions to start. But what if perfect never comes? I’ve seen this firsthand. A few months ago, I...
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The Cost of Busy
Every entrepreneur feels this pressure: “If I slow down, I’ll fall behind.” But what if that’s the biggest lie we’ve been told? A while...
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The Philosophy that Applies to all Areas of Life
Being Canadian, I started playing hockey when I was five years old. I played all the way until I was 22. When you compete in sports,...
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What Hanging on Too Long Can Cost You
I’ve shared this story before, but if you haven’t heard it yet, I hope it helps. We’ve owned our gym business for the past 12 years....
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How Do You Know When You're Sharing Too Much?
A couple of weeks ago, I shared my personal brand model with a business mentoring group. Part of what I teach is the importance of being...
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Why My $600 Investment Failed
This past summer, I spent $600 US (so like $3,000 Canadian 😂) and a significant amount of time developing a tool for my clients. I was...
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What Trusting the Process and Patience Teaches
You can’t rush the process of growth. Trust me, I’ve tried. The year was 2013. I had just finished playing competitive hockey, recently...
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Escape the Grind
The video I’m sharing with you today has been 13 years in the making. As an entrepreneur, I’ve lived through it all—seasons of great...
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What Season are You In?
If you follow me on Instagram, you know I’m up at 4 a.m., starting my day with the cold tub. One question I get all the time is: Why do...
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Stop Failing Your Goals
Have you ever set a big goal, only to feel stuck or overwhelmed trying to achieve it? You’re not alone. Most people approach goals with...
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Small Habits, Big Impact: How to Lead Yourself First
As a business owner or leader, it’s easy to get caught up in big-picture goals and strategies. But have you ever thought about how the...
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How Facing a $1.2 Million Loss Shaped My Journey in Leadership and Faith
In the world of entrepreneurship, we often hear stories of incredible growth, triumphs, and groundbreaking successes. But rarely do we...
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Curious about Cold Exposure and Faith?
I wanted to share a few things from Episode 25 of my podcast that I think you’ll find interesting. I sat down with Sarah Aiko Mayo, and...
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Gifts, Leadership and Staying in Your Lane
For this week’s Daily Deposit, I wanted to share some big takeaways from a recent podcast I recorded with Mario Quezada. We had a great...
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Time, Your Most Valuable Currency
You have three main currencies: time, money, and energy. You could also count experience and connections, but let’s stick with the main...
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Saying Goodbye to Duke: Reflections on how we Impact Others
This week we said goodbye to our furry best friend, Duke. Having grown up on an acreage for most of my life, I’m no stranger to saying...
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2 min read
Do You Practice What You Preach?
Are you lying to yourself and those you love? You’re probably thinking, “Whoa, Matt. That's an odd way to start off an email.” Hear...
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Are You Measuring Progress the Wrong Way?
You’re likely measuring your progress wrong. Whether it’s in the gym, your business, or your relationships, there’s a good chance...
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Sauna Sessions: What I Learned from My Failed Startup
In early 2019, I co-founded a business called Social Sauna. This was before saunas became as popular as they are now, alongside cold...
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