Ep. 62 41 Lessons in 41 Years (Part 1)

After turning 41, Chris took a step back to reflect on the lessons that have shaped him—personally, professionally, and as a leader. In this episode of Pillar Talk, he shares 21 of the 41 hard-earned lessons that have fueled his growth, built his resilience, and kept him moving forward. These aren’t just theories—they’re battle-tested insights you can apply in your own life.

Some key takeaways from this episode:

1. The 13-Month Concept – You want an edge? Find two extra hours every day. Whether it’s waking up earlier or cutting distractions, those extra hours add up to a full additional month each year. That’s how you create separation from your competition—especially the old version of yourself.

2. Intentional Discomfort – Growth never happens in comfort. You have to deliberately put yourself in tough situations—whether that’s physical, mental, or emotional—to develop resilience and confidence.

3. Win the Day – Success isn’t built overnight. Define a few key tasks each day and commit to completing them. Enough daily wins turn into lifelong success.

4. The Bamboo Tree Mindset – The first four years of a bamboo tree’s growth are completely underground. Then, in the fifth year, it shoots up 80 feet. Success works the same way. Most people quit before the real growth happens. Don’t be one of them.

5. Time is Currency – You can make more money. You can’t make more time. Start treating your time like the valuable asset it is. Invest it wisely.

These are just the first five lessons—there are 16 more in this episode, each packed with real, actionable wisdom. And next week, Chris will share the final 20.

If you’re looking for practical, no-nonsense lessons that challenge you to level up, this one’s for you. Tune in now.