Let me tell you a hard truth I learned the hard way: the fastest way to get nothing done is to try doing 12 things at once.
There was a time when I was spread across 12 businesses. At my peak, I had equity in companies alongside incredible partners like Taylor Welch, and my portfolio was scattered across various ventures. It might sound impressive, but here’s the reality: when your attention is divided that many ways, nothing gets the focus it deserves.
I’d spend an hour here, an hour and a half there, trying to manage it all. And you know what that leads to? Mediocrity. I was putting out fires instead of creating something extraordinary.
At one point, my chips were all in on one thing: MiT45. It wasn't just a company—it was a singular focus. Sure, I still had a few consulting and advisory deals, but they were on my terms. The difference now is simple: I had chosen to go all-in on what matters most.
This wasn’t an easy shift. When revenue was smaller, I hedged my bets. I spread myself thin, thinking diversification was the path to stability. But here’s what I’ve learned: when you’re trying to win big, you can’t play it safe. True growth happens when you go all-in.
So, if you’re feeling stuck or like you’re spinning plates just to keep them from crashing, ask yourself this: where is your focus? Are you dividing your time, energy, and attention across too many ventures, or are you putting everything into the one thing that can truly change the game?
Hedging might feel safe, but commitment is where the magic happens. Pick your play. Double down. Go all-in.
