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#044: Why the New Year is the Perfect Time for a Reset
Clarity is the filter through which all your actions should flow. It’s how you separate the noise from the signal. It’s how you figure out which small moves will lead to the biggest outcomes.
That’s why I created something to help you find and act on your own clarity: P30 Sessions.
#043: From Mobile to Massive: The Evolution of Sports Viewing Technology
Discover how immersive technology is revolutionizing live sports experiences, from portable streaming to massive, tech-first venues like The Sphere and Cosm.
Explore why the future of sports viewing is about to get bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever before.
#042 Why the Builder’s Mentality Thrives in Any Company Size
If you love building, don’t restrict yourself to small companies or startups. Seek out organizations with a "build it" culture and present your vision for creating value.
#041 Rediscover Outdoor Sports This 4th of July
Playing sports outside is like listening to music on vinyl—there’s a depth, a warmth, a connection to something greater.
#040: Why Fiction Outshines Business Books for Summer Reading
William Faulkner sparked my love for fiction in college and highlighted the contrast between the predictable nature of business books and the captivating worlds of great novels.
#039: Change Your Swing: What Businesses Can Learn from Tiger Woods
Just as Tiger Woods continually refines his swing in his pursuit of perfection, so too should your business never stop innovating.
#037: How I Would Start the Ultimate Hoops League in 2024
With today's technology, launching the Ultimate Hoops League in 2024 would be an entirely transformed experience.
TSL #033: From Players to Personalities: The Key to Recreational Sports Growth
Don't make it about the sport if you want to grow your participatory sports business.
I share this unconventional approach with everyone looking to start or grow a recreational sports business. It was the cornerstone of Ultimate Hoops' success from day one, and it changed the game for us in the recreational sports league market.
TSL #032: Defending Your Brand: How to Build a Lasting Moat in Recreational Sports
2020 taught me a vital lesson: a strong brand isn't just a logo and a catchy tagline. It's the heart and soul of your business that keeps your people coming back for more, no matter what.
TSL #031: The Human Side of Sports Tech: Building Relationships through Stats
A few years ago, we surveyed to understand what motivated our Ultimate Hoops League players to continue participating in our league. The tracking of comprehensive player and team stats throughout their careers fixed our belief that our standout feature would top the list.
The reality was quite different. It was a revelation.
TSL #030: The Three Cornerstones of Starting a Recreational Sports Business
Launching a new sports venture is a thrilling and daunting experience simultaneously.
For me, my entry into the sports world started with a spark of inspiration, a dream, and a rough sketch on a bar napkin in Austin, TX during a cross-country road trip in 2003. It’s clear to say, I did not have a polished startup process when I launched Ultimate Hoops.
TSL #029: Creating Unique Sports Experiences: The AI-Nostalgia Fusion Strategy
The more I engage with AI to optimize my professional and personal life, the more it inspires me to delve into what makes us as humans unique, now more than ever before.
TSL #028: League Evolution Through Storytelling: Unveiling the Ultimate Hoops Approach
Discover the game-changing strategy that propelled Ultimate Hoops from a basketball league to a captivating narrative. Unveil the five archetypes that captured our UH Nation community's heart, and learn how intentional storytelling can elevate your recreational sports business.
TSL #027: Creating Lasting Legacies: The Power of Tracking Statistics in Recreational Sports
In recreational sports, tracking performance data isn't just about numbers on a screen. It's about capturing memories, emotions, and a sense of legacy that transcends time.
TSL #026: Unlocking Success: Start and Grow Your Sports Business with Creativity
When you take a closer look at the journey of Ultimate Hoops, its rapid growth leading to acquisition by Life Time, Inc. within a mere two years might seem like a direct path to victory.
The reality is quite different.
TSL #025: Playing the Long Game: Why Facility Perks Aren't the True Key to Success
Make your brand synonymous with joy, camaraderie, and passion, and your business will flourish, no matter the venue.