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High Performance is practicing what you preach and pushing your limits beyond your goals.

This is my recent 52k Ultra Marathon 32 miles across the Wicklow way Mountain terrain.


  • On March 23rd 2024, I accomplished my second longer ultramarathon, which was a 52K or 32-mile trail run passing through the Wicklow Dublin Way on treacherous mountains.

    I struggled through more than just willpower and trained for months, managing work and family commitments, to reach another milestone in my life.

    Throughout my journey, I faced doubts, fears, and obstacles, but I persevered. I practiced, put in the work, and focused on my end goal. That day, I felt accomplished in a way I had never felt before.

    Weather conditions, such as torrential snow and fierce winds, threatened to derail my hopes, but with unwavering determination and a clear purpose, I was there not to win, but only to finish.

    Beyond personal victory, the race was dedicated to my father, battling cancer. I ran to share his struggle, inspire him, and prove that even in adversity, we can rise above. Also, to inspire my kids and colleagues that anything you set your mind to can be achieved.

    This philosophy translates directly to the professional world. As a salesperson or businessman, resilience is crucial. It's about staying focused on goals despite setbacks, picking yourself up after tough calls, and pushing forward with renewed drive.

    ✅As a result of my experience in building resilience and achieving audacious goals, here are 5 things I learned.

    ✅Be courageous, embrace challenges that ignite your passion, and push yourself beyond your comfort zone!
    ✅Consistency is key. Persistence pays off. Never give up, no matter what. Show up every single day, no matter what.
    Embrace Obstacles: Obstacles are inevitable. View them as opportunities to learn and grow.
    ✅The strength to keep going is in your vision, guided by your perseverance in the face of adversity.
    ✅Develop an intrinsic vision, a "why" that fuels your actions and sustains you in the face of hardship.

    Through my new Training and coaching programs, I help individuals and teams unlock their full potential in sales leadership, personal development, and overcoming challenges.

    My goal is to empower others to perform at their best.
    Remember, age is just a number. The only limits exist in our minds.

    It is the little steps that will lead to the big journey, obstacles and all. Follow your passions with unwavering resilience! One of my personal goals, and I will pursue many more professional ones as well.

    Hopefully, this journey inspires you to dream big and reach for the stars. Anything can be accomplished if you give it your best shot.



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