Board of Advisors Q2 is May 10–15 at the Ritz Carlton Las Colinas. Masterminds, panels, and real conversations all week with high level entrepreneurs. Then we will close it out on the golf course Friday with everyone! Room block expires Monday April 27. See you in Dallas!

The right environment makes growth feel natural. That’s what we’ve built @B0ardofAdvisors !

Leadership lesson: What you tolerate becomes your standard. Choose carefully what you accept.

The best CEOs I know are obsessed with clarity — on vision, on roles, on priorities. Be clear with your expectations then get out of the way and let your team execute!

Your team mirrors your energy and standards. Raise yours and watch them rise!

Systems and processes are what allow you to scale without everything falling apart. Invest in them early.

Leadership requires having uncomfortable conversations early. The longer you wait, the more expensive it becomes!

Hiring truth: Cultural fit matters as much as skill. Skills can be taught. Mindset is harder to change.

READY TO SWIM WITH THE SHARKS? THE BA REFERRAL PARTY IS LIVE TODAY! Most networking events are a colossal waste of time. This is completely different. Today, we aren’t swapping pleasantries or passing out generic business cards. We are launching a high-speed, strategic Advisor Referral Exchange engineered entirely for Direct ROI. Join the original Shark, Kevin Harrington, and technology/sales expert AJ Aluthwala for a focused two-hour session built to open the exact doors your business needs closed. 🎯 The "Party Animal" Playbook: ✔️Targeted Asks: No fluff. Come ready with 2-3 hyper-specific requests (e.g., "I need an intro to a SaaS CEO struggling with retention"). ✔️Vetted Intros: Tap directly into third-party connections across the elite Board of Advisors braintrust. ✔️Reciprocal Value: The fastest way to get a world-class referral is to give one. Bring your contacts and let's multiply our momentum together. ⚠️ FINAL CALL: SPEAKING SPOTS ARE LIMITED To protect the quality of the exchange, speaking slots for specific referral requests are strictly first-come, first-served. Don't just watch the deal-flow happen—be the one calling the shots. Your calendar invite is waiting — come prepared with clear referral needs and ready-to-share contacts. Ready to see how we scale? BAInvite.com #BoardOfAdvisors #SharkTank #ReferralParty #StrategicAlliances #BACommunity #BusinessGrowth #HighLevelNetworking #ROI #Rolodex #CEOCommunity @HarringtonKevin @AJAluthwala

Build every system with the end in mind. Every system we put in place at BA is designed to run well even if I’m not in the office. Because that's when it's most important that it runs!

Execution separates the talkers from the builders. Ideas are everywhere — follow-through is rare!

Commentary is one of the most important pillars of X. And sometimes the best way to share your thoughts is with video. Today we're launching a whole new way to make them: React with Video Tap the repost button and start recording with green screen, split screen, or picture-in-picture. Now available on iOS

Seek freedom, not money or status. Freedom is having an empty calendar. Freedom is taking off on a Wednesday for a spontaneous road trip. Freedom is surprising your kids with a day at a theme park. Freedom builds memories. Freedom > Everything

We don't have to be jerks to our employees to be successful

Execution hack I’ve used for years: End every meeting with clear owners and deadlines. Watch how much faster things get done!

One of the greatest benefits of Board of Advisors is the relationships that extend far beyond the meeting room. Julie and I had a fantastic time yesterday out on the water with fellow BA Advisors Jacob and Heather Baumler. As the Founder and CEO of CoachAir, Jacob is building an impressive business, but what I appreciate most is the opportunity to spend quality time together, share ideas, talk about life, and strengthen friendships. Some of the best conversations don't happen in a boardroom. They happen over a boat ride, a meal, or a day spent enjoying great company. That's the power of surrounding yourself with people who challenge you, inspire you, and genuinely want to see you succeed. Grateful for the friendship, the conversation, and another reminder that when you're in the right room, incredible relationships follow! #BAcommunity #CEOcommunity #BoardofAdvisors

The right room raises your standards automatically. You start asking better questions and expecting more from yourself and your team.

Protect your calendar like it’s your most valuable asset. You need to learn to say no to things that don't advance your agenda!

Real talk from the CEO seat: Loneliness at the top is real. That’s why surrounding yourself with other operators who get it is non-negotiable!

Are you getting the most out of your financial strategy, or are you just filing paperwork? In this clip, Matt Pearson from Excel Empire breaks down the crucial structural difference between traditional CPA firms and a truly proactive financial partner. While CPAs excel at putting the right numbers in the right boxes at the end of the year, Excel Empire focuses on the future—offering proactive tax strategies that save you money before the year ends. This forward-thinking mindset is a cornerstone of the Board of Advisors community. Our members recently had the incredible privilege to collaborate directly with Kevin Harrington, an original Shark from Shark Tank and a dedicated BOA Advisor since day one. Having industry giants like Kevin guide our community gives brilliant entrepreneurs like Matt the platform to share these game-changing strategies with businesses everywhere. A huge thank you to Kevin Harrington and Big Brand Ventures (BBV) for hosting these insightful sessions and championing the growth of our members. Stay tuned as we continue sharing more executive insights from our BBV weekend lineup! 👇 #TaxStrategy #FinancialGrowth #ProactivePlanning #BoardOfAdvisors #BACommunity #KevinHarrington #BigBrandVentures #MattPearson #ExcelEmpire #Entrepreneurship @excelempirecorp

We are continuing our big weekend series with an enlightening conversation featuring the incredible Dr. Calm! After discovering powerful principles that brought him instantaneous peace during a chaotic time, Dr. Calm dedicated himself to turning that sporadic breakthrough into a repeatable, systematic method to help millions who suffer from stress every day. This commitment to sharing life-altering solutions is exactly what the Board of Advisors community is all about. Our members recently had the exclusive opportunity to collaborate directly with Kevin Harrington, an iconic entrepreneur and invaluable BA Advisor who has guided our community from day one. Engaging with legends like Kevin helps brilliant minds like Dr. Calm scale their impact globally. A special thank you to Kevin Harrington and Big Brand Ventures (BBV) for hosting these impactful sessions and providing a platform for wellness innovation. We’ve got more inspiration coming your way all weekend! Keep an eye out for our next BBV spotlight session. 👇 #StressRelief #Mindfulness #WellnessJourney #BoardofAdvisors #KevinHarrington #BigBrandVentures #DrCalm #MentalHealthMatters #Entrepreneurship @drcalmmd