One specific area of my life where applying the 80/20 principle would create the greatest impact right now is how I allocate my professional time and energy. In practice, a relatively small portion of my work—roughly 20%—consistently produces the majority of meaningful outcomes, such as progress on high-value projects, relationship-building with key stakeholders, and decisions that move initiatives forward. The remaining time is often absorbed by lower-impact tasks like routine emails, meetings without clear objectives, and administrative work that, while necessary, does not significantly advance results. By intentionally identifying and prioritizing that critical 20%—high-leverage projects, strategic planning, and focused problem-solving—I can significantly improve effectiveness and results. Applying the 80/20 principle here means protecting time for what truly drives impact, delegating or streamlining lower-value tasks where possible, and being more disciplined about how my attention is spent. This shift would lead to better outcomes, stronger performance, and a more efficient use of my professional capacity.

Alright guys, the #Brotherhood has spoken! After weeks of matchups, message-thread debates, hot takes, reconsidered votes and more “wait… smell it again” moments than I can count, The Booze Wars Champion has officially been crowned! I hope you've had some fun and learned about some fragrances along the way! ****** XERJOFF TONY IOMMI MONKEY SPECIAL ****** This wasn’t a squeaker. Monkey Special didn’t just survive the bracket, it controlled it! Dark, boozy, smoky, and unapologetically rich, this one balances rum-soaked indulgence with a surprisingly disciplined backbone. Boozy grit, warm sweetness, woods, and that unmistakable rock-and-roll swagger… it smells like confidence that’s already been earned. What really pushed it over the edge? Versatility without compromise. It’s bold but wearable, loud without being sloppy, indulgent without tipping into novelty. You can wear this out, you can wear it in, you can wear it just because you want to smell like the main character in your own damn story! And honestly, this win says as much about the #Brotherhood as it does the bottle. Favorites went down. Dark horses made noise. Opinions shifted. Palates evolved. That’s the beauty of these Wars, the #Journey matters just as much as the crown. So raise a glass, give your bottle another spray, and tip your hat to a champion that earned every vote. #Brotherhood first, bottles second, memories always. What say you, guys? Did Xerjoff Tony Iommi Monkey Special take the crown because it’s the boldest, booziest thing in the room, or because it somehow balances all that swagger with real polish? And looking back at the bracket, was there a matchup where your vote genuinely surprised you once you sat with it a little longer? And no, this isn't the part where we ask, “But is it office-safe?” Guys… if you’re wearing Monkey Special to the quarterly budget meeting, that’s a "you" problem! Love to hear from ya'!

Good morning gents! I’m most drawn to Honor right now because I want a fragrance that fits naturally into my mornings and everyday routine. I’m looking for something clean, versatile, and understated while I’m still figuring out how different scents work on my skin. Honor feels like a good foundation to start with and build from over time.

In my current role, I've kind of become the local "fixer" in my area, due to decades of networking. I am retiring in a few months from my government position, but have been putting off what I have wanted to do for so long, and that is open my consulting firm. I have even designed my advertisement, but for some reason, will not go live. I never charge to fix issues for people, but it's time to let my family reap the benefits. As I have said in a prior post: it's strange how the human mind works. That is my cell & email that I created, but haven't put this out to the public. Keep it in the circle please brothers. Sometimes we are our own worst obstacle.

What scent you used Commitment What emotion or “trigger” you anchored Ego How you plan to use this trigger in real life To always remember that all things are bigger than myself