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How to Know When A Risk Is Worth Taking

Mar 15, 2026

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5 min read

How to Know When A Risk Is Worth Taking

Three athletes risked their careers for championships and lost anyway. Why their calculated gambles were still the right call and what that means for your next big life decision

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
What I Found in the Desert

Mar 1, 2026

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4 min read

What I Found in the Desert

I spent the last 8 weeks recovering from my final surgery and reflecting on a trap I fell into last year: The Aimless Climb. Here is how to stop building things no one wants and chart a course that actually matters.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
To The Three Strangers Who Saved Me

Jan 4, 2026

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6 min read

To The Three Strangers Who Saved Me

I'll never meet the organ donors who gave me my new ACL, LCL, and hamstring. But I owe it to them to maximize this second chance. Here's what I'm building in 2026 to honor that gift.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
"Live" From The Operating Room

Dec 23, 2025

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4 min read

"Live" From The Operating Room

As you read this, I’m under anesthesia for my final knee reconstruction. The surgical road ends today, and the "No Excuses" phase of my life begins the moment I wake up.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The New Definition of O.T.E.

Dec 7, 2025

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7 min read

The New Definition of O.T.E.

In sales, it means "On-Target Earnings." In life, it stands for something much more important. Here is a simple framework I’m using to beat fatigue, remove hazards, and start every day off with a W.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
Why We Can't Simply Visualize a New Life

Nov 23, 2025

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7 min read

Why We Can't Simply Visualize a New Life

Our brains try to build the future using only old data and context. I realized that "manifesting" wasn't enough... I needed to go get the raw experience. Here is why you need to stop living in projections and start collecting new data.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
Down 19 With 12 Minutes Left... And How To Still Win

Nov 9, 2025

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8 min read

Down 19 With 12 Minutes Left... And How To Still Win

There are no 20-point shots. This is a pro athlete's guide to making an "impossible" comeback by becoming an unstoppable "Balanced Scorer" instead of just a specialist.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
My Surgeon Called While I Was On Stage

Nov 3, 2025

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7 min read

My Surgeon Called While I Was On Stage

I was on the mic, in a room full of people who braved a storm to be there, when my phone rang twice. This is a true story about a split-second, non-negotiable decision, and the profound lesson it taught me about my priorities (and my audience).

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The "Alley-Oop" Theory of Leadership

Oct 27, 2025

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7 min read

The "Alley-Oop" Theory of Leadership

A powerful story from my alma mater about the crucial difference between "networking" and true equity. This is a mandatory read for any leader who has a spotlight and is deciding what to do with it.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
Are You Cocky, Confident, Arrogant, or Delusionally Confident?

Oct 19, 2025

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7 min read

Are You Cocky, Confident, Arrogant, or Delusionally Confident?

Most people get stuck at "Cocky" or "Arrogant." This is a new framework for understanding your mindset and reaching the final, most powerful phase.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
13 Words From a Nike Insider That Changed My Entire Business

Oct 12, 2025

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8 min read

13 Words From a Nike Insider That Changed My Entire Business

I got to spend time with someone who worked with Phil Knight and Steve Jobs, and they shared a simple phrase that flipped a switch in my brain. This is the difference between what everyone sees and the insight only you can provide.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The Street Racer and the Bumperless Lane

Oct 5, 2025

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8 min read

The Street Racer and the Bumperless Lane

This week, I was faced with two very different temptations: a pointless race I knew I could win and a short jog my body wasn't ready for. Both taught me the exact same powerful lesson about the difference between "could" and "should."

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The Light Was A Mirror

Sep 26, 2025

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6 min read

The Light Was A Mirror

The last year taught me where the light comes from. On my 34th birthday, here's how I plan to share it.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The Avalanche and the Light: The Year That Almost Wasn't

Sep 14, 2025

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12 min read

The Avalanche and the Light: The Year That Almost Wasn't

The year I was forced to unlearn everything I thought I knew about strength in order to survive.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
My Ego vs. a Standing Desk

Sep 7, 2025

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7 min read

My Ego vs. a Standing Desk

The instructions said I needed two people. I said "challenge accepted." This is a story about a stubborn screw, a bruised ego, and the humbling power of asking for help.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
Who's In Your Supporting Cast?

Aug 31, 2025

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7 min read

Who's In Your Supporting Cast?

I've started thinking about my life as an Oscar-winning film, and it's changed everything. It taught me that you can't win Best Picture alone and forced me to re-evaluate who gets a starring role in my story.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The Truth About Sticky Spaghetti

Aug 24, 2025

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7 min read

The Truth About Sticky Spaghetti

A reminder that the secret isn’t finding the perfect batch on your first try. It’s in showing up, trying again, and adjusting until you create something that sticks.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The Art of Full-Assing 3 Things (Instead of Half-Assing 9)

Aug 17, 2025

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8 min read

The Art of Full-Assing 3 Things (Instead of Half-Assing 9)

I used to believe doing more was better. A recent "software upgrade" taught me a new system for prioritizing with purpose and getting the right things done.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
Are You Outrunning Your Headlamp?

Aug 3, 2025

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8 min read

Are You Outrunning Your Headlamp?

A look inside my mental playbook on when to pause, who to serve, and why sweeping things under the rug will always make you trip. Here are the three "freestyled" analogies I used to create real-time breakthroughs this week.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
From Setback to Stage: How a Year of Change Built My New Purpose

Jul 27, 2025

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9 min read

From Setback to Stage: How a Year of Change Built My New Purpose

When life doesn’t go according to plan, purpose becomes our anchor. I learned that embracing uncertainty can lead to deeper transformation than I ever imagined.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
When to Push and When to Pause: Navigating Transition With Skill

Jul 20, 2025

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8 min read

When to Push and When to Pause: Navigating Transition With Skill

Transitions can throw unexpected challenges your way. Learning when to push and when to pause can make all the difference in how you come back stronger, both physically and mentally.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything

Jul 13, 2025

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7 min read

The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything

No two days are the same, and neither should your approach be. It’s not about being the strongest or fastest. Learn the simple mindset shift that helped me bounce back from setbacks and why it could change your life too.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
Driving 120 in a 60: What My Mind Wants Versus What My Body Allows

Jul 6, 2025

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6 min read

Driving 120 in a 60: What My Mind Wants Versus What My Body Allows

Sometimes your mind wants to go full throttle, but your body says, “Not yet.” Recovery isn’t just about healing tissue — it’s about mastering patience, persistence, and the daily grind to raise your baseline. This is my journey bridging that gap.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The Uncertainty of Tomorrow

Jun 29, 2025

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9 min read

The Uncertainty of Tomorrow

This week’s newsletter will look vastly different than the others. Not because I don’t want to keep sharing ways to help you improve, but because this isn’t just a normal Sunday.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
The 24-Hour Playbook for Smarter Decisions

Jun 22, 2025

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9 min read

The 24-Hour Playbook for Smarter Decisions

Rushed decisions often lead to regret and missed opportunities. What if the secret to smarter choices was simply giving yourself one full day to reflect? Discover how the 24-hour playbook can transform your mindset and your outcomes.

Chris Eversley
Chris Eversley
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