We all want growth. Better business. Better skills. Better results. But the moment growth starts… so does the discomfort. Here’s why that happens: 1. Growth puts you in unfamiliar territory You’re doing things you haven’t done before. New markets. New deals. New responsibilities. Your brain prefers what it already knows. Growth forces you beyond that. 2. Growth requires making imperfect decisions There’s rarely a perfect answer in business. You make the best decision you can… then adjust as you go. That uncertainty can feel uncomfortable. 3. Growth exposes your weaknesses As you grow, the gaps become obvious. Maybe it’s sales. Maybe it’s systems. Maybe it’s leadership. Growth shines a light on what still needs work. 4. Growth increases responsibility When things get bigger, so do the stakes. More deals. More money. More people relying on you. That pressure can feel heavy at times. 5. Growth demands change Old habits won’t take you to the next level. You have to think differently. Operate differently. Lead differently. And change is rarely comfortable. That’s the pattern. Comfort keeps things the same. Discomfort is usually a signal that something new is being built. Question for the community: What’s one uncomfortable moment in business that ended up helping you grow?

Good news for our Leadership in Land community 🎧 Some of you mentioned it would be great to listen to the podcast while driving, walking, or doing other things. So we made it easier. Leadership in Land Season 1, episode 1 is now available in audio on iTunes. or Spotify If you prefer listening instead of watching, you can now tune in while: Driving to appointments Walking outside Working on something else We’ll be uploading the Season 1 episodes there, so it’s easier to follow along. If you’d like to listen that way, make sure to subscribe on iTunes so new episodes show up automatically. Appreciate everyone in this community who has been supporting the podcast 🙌

Running a business makes you focus on what still needs to happen. But sometimes it’s worth remembering how far you’ve already come. The deals you've closed. The lessons you've learned. The people you've met along the way. Not everything goes according to plan. But there’s still a lot to appreciate. What’s one thing you’re grateful for today?

What’s one land deal that changed the way you think about business or life? Not the biggest profit. Not the cleanest flip. But the deal that taught you something you didn’t expect---about people, patience, risk, or yourself. Sometimes one property… one seller conversation… or one mistake… can completely shift how you operate. Curious to hear your story.

Happy Friday! What’s your weekend usually like?