Mr. Mogembo

25/11/2024

Why am I Writing?

Writing and sharing regularly has become an important practice for me. At first, it was simply an exercise in consistency—a way to build a habit and stay accountable. But as I continued, it grew into something deeper. These posts feel like an open journal, where I share the ideas I’ve been kicking around, and putting it out in the open. That accountability keeps me thinking, growing, and refining the principles I’ve gathered from years of working in real estate and aerospace since the 90s.

Through this process, I’ve been actively seeking to connect with others—people who want to chat, collaborate, or build their business flow using these principles. The topics I write about reflect lessons I’ve learned and tools I’ve used to navigate business and life.

Here are some of the themes Ive explored so far:

Formulating your offer: thinking through the wording used to tell people what you do and why they should care.

Prioritizing time: Aligning your daily actions with your goals to move the needle forward & build a life that speaks to your values.

Choosing partnerships: Building relationships with people who share your vision and sticking with them for long-term growth.

Learning through reflection: Understanding how consistency, accountability, and self-awareness shape your journey.

Each piece serves as a mirror for my own practices, reminding me to stay aligned with what I teach- and they also expose where I need to do some work... The accountability of putting these thoughts out into the world keeps me focused, while the opportunity to share with others keeps me inspired.

Every time I write, it’s an invitation to conversation. I love having these discussions, whether they’re about building a brand, crafting a business flow, or simply living with purpose. Writing is my way of saying, "I’m here, and I’m open to connect." When the time comes, I look forward to diving into deep conversations with all of you.

The Bottom Line: Sharing regularly isn’t just about putting thoughts into words—it’s about building connection, accountability, and growth. I can’t wait to see where these conversations take us next. Thanks!

19/11/2024

Time vs. Your Values

It’s so easy to let time slip through our fingers, spent on things that don’t move the needle forward instead of things that matter to us.

The truth is, how you spend your time is how you build your life—and if you’re not careful, you’ll create something that doesn’t reflect your goals, values, or vision.

Prioritizing your time means stepping back and asking better questions: What is truly important to me? Who is important to me? What does the life I want to build, actually look like? And are my daily actions aligned with those answers? These aren’t one-time questions—they require constant reflection.

Time management isn’t about squeezing every minute out of the day; it’s about aligning those minutes with the things that make you proud, fulfilled, and closer to your potential.

Time is not infinite. While saying yes to everything might make you feel productive in the short term, it often pulls you away from the big picture. Prioritizing your time means learning to say no with grace—to distractions, to unnecessary commitments, to things that don’t serve your vision. Even the things that you must do that are not important to your vision can be handled more efficiently to help you maximize the time you spend on the important things.

One way to align your time with your priorities is to start each day by identifying the one thing that will truly move the needle forward. What’s the task that, if accomplished, would make the biggest impact? Build your day around that, and let everything else fall in line behind it. It’s not about doing more—it’s about doing the right things. This is how we create change over time.

Another key is being honest about the habits that eat away at your time. Endless scrolling, saying yes to the wrong obligations, or procrastinating on the things that actually matter—they all add up. Time leaks are subtle, but over weeks and months, they can derail your progress. Fixing them starts with self-awareness and accountability.

The Bottom Line: Time is precious, and how you spend it defines what you build. Focus on the things that matter most, say no to distractions, and align your actions with your priorities.

05/11/2024

Interacting With Humans

Humans can be tricky to understand—sometimes even understanding ourselves is a challenge.

Stepping back to evaluate friendships might feel odd, but it’s a powerful way to assess where we invest our energy. Do certain connections serve and uplift you? Or do you find yourself giving more than you get? Are you treated as a priority or a convenience?

Our connections reveal much about mutual respect, energy, and effort. Here are some questions to help you analyze a relationship:

Questions to Evaluate Friendships
• Do I feel valued? Does the other person look forward to plans, or only engage when it’s convenient?

• Is there mutual effort? Do both of you invest time, or is it one-sided?

• Am I understood? Do they try to see things from your perspective, even when you disagree?

• Do we grow together? When there’s tension, do they work through it or pull back?

• Does this connection bring peace or stress? Reflect on whether it uplifts or drains you.

Actions to Improve Your Human Connections
• Set boundaries. Be clear about what you’re willing to give and receive. Focus on reciprocal connections to protect your energy.

• Communicate openly. Share your expectations and listen to theirs. Good communication builds understanding.

• Prioritize quality. Spend time with those who align with your values and truly support you.

• Be intentional. Invest in relationships that bring positivity and growth.

How These Actions Improve Your Life
• Better energy management: Consciously choosing nurturing relationships helps conserve your energy.

• Greater self-awareness: This process clarifies what you seek in connections, enhancing future interactions.

• Enriched experiences: Surrounding yourself with like-minded people brings deeper, more fulfilling connections.

Often, we see people in our lives as circumstance and judge others based on past experiences. But by leading with intention, setting boundaries, and staying true to our values, we create space for new connections that share our enthusiasm for mutual support and growth.

Bottom line: We can’t change others, but our choices shape our experiences with humans over time.

02/11/2024

it ain't right

11/2 Saturday Night
Punk
Indie
Disco-Funk
No-Wave
And whatever else we have up our sleeves.

31/10/2024

The Honesty Project

Honesty with ourselves sounds simple, but it’s one of the hardest things to do. When we’re dishonest—justifying poor habits, staying in comfort zones, or avoiding important goals—we drift further from the life we want to be living.

Repeating bad habits, telling ourselves it’s the last time, or spending time with people who don’t bring us joy is common. Sometimes, we even distract ourselves with others' problems to avoid facing our own.

Three Ways to Start Being More Honest with Ourselves

1. Reflect on true needs. Ask yourself what you genuinely want and need more of (or less of). Knowing our true needs keeps us from getting sidetracked.

2. Set achievable goals based on honesty. Once you know what matters, take small steps in that direction. Consistency builds self-trust and closes the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

3. Check in regularly. Are your actions reflecting your true intentions? A good “self-honesty day” or a less-than-perfect one doesn’t define you. Your awareness keeps you close to your truth, helping you stay aligned.

When it comes to honesty with others, tact is essential. Often, we avoid our truth to sidestep reactions. But boundaries aren’t about pleasing others—they’re about protecting your peace.

How to Be Tactful in Honesty

Pause before speaking. Think about different ways to approach the conversation.

Choose words carefully. Honesty doesn’t mean bluntness; it means clarity. Explain your needs without blame. Instead of “You never listen,” try, “I feel unheard in our conversations.”

Mind timing and setting. Some conversations need a calm, private space. Avoid tough discussions when emotions are high.

Some people will respect your boundaries; some may distance themselves if they don’t get their way. Others may react strongly, revealing who should stay in your life. Whatever the response, staying true to yourself makes room for people who respect your honesty.

Bottom line: Tactful honesty with ourselves and others isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. The people we lose make room for those who align with our truth, and acting on our values brings us closer to our potential.

20/10/2024

20/10/2024

It Ain't Right - Nov 2nd

19/10/2024

14/10/2024

If Knowing Is Half the Battle- What's The Other Half?

We hear it all the time: “Knowing is half the battle.” But what is the other half?

Knowledge without action is just theory. It’s potential sitting on the sidelines, waiting to be put into play. The real power of knowledge comes when we apply it—when our actions reflect what we know. That’s when it becomes real.

An idea is just a wish until it’s acted upon. I can personally attest to "knowing stuff" and then acting outside (or sometimes in direct contradiction to) that knowledge. There are times when I think, “I wish I could take back that thing I said to that person…”—that feeling is the definition of not putting knowledge into action.

That gap—the space between what we know and how we act—that’s where the work lies. Sometimes, it feels like the Grand Canyon, a huge divide that’s hard to bridge. Other times, it’s just a small shift, a slight edit to our modus operandi. But no matter how big or small, the gap is, it’s up to us to close it- or at least make it smaller.

Steps to Start Applying Knowledge

1. Start small. Identify one area where you know you’ve been slipping up. Commit to small changes and don’t overwhelm yourself with too many shifts at once.

2. Practice awareness. Before reacting or making decisions, pause and ask: “What are the truths in this situation? What do I know here? How can I act in alignment with that?”

3. Reflect. At the end of the day, take a moment to reflect. Did your actions reflect your knowledge? If not, what can you adjust tomorrow?

We won’t always get it right. There will be moments where we act outside of what we know, and that’s okay. Growth comes from both progress and slip-ups. Be proud when your actions demonstrate your growth, and equally give yourself grace when you miss the mark.

At the end of the day, it’s the awareness—the fact that we’re paying attention and working to close the gap—that fuels our growth. It’s not about perfection. It’s about learning, applying, and adjusting as we go.

Bottom line: Knowledge is only half the equation. The rest? That’s all in the action.

30/09/2024

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23/09/2024

What’s Next?
We spend so much time thinking about what’s next—hoping, praying for outcomes—that we sleep on the biggest opportunity: NOW.

The mental gymnastics over the future is an exercise in imagination, which is powerful. It can work for us or against us.

Tuned into the 24hr news cycle? (Generalizing here.) Then most imagined outcomes are negative, and that focused energy often brings them to life.

Plot twist: I’m not saying positive thoughts guarantee positive results.
BUT focusing on positive outcomes helps.

It opens our eyes to our potential, our capabilities, and where to go next.
Negativity keeps us playing it safe. Positivity lets us see the best our imagination has to offer.

It’s then up to us to move, flow, and align with those positive thoughts - in the NOW.

Sometimes the work isn’t hard—it’s getting out of our own way and leaving behind what hurts, so we can see, be, and vibrate with what serves us. Taking the lesson forward and leaving behind the emotional charge.

Cutting out negative framing frees us to notice opportunities that align with our vision.

We must stay open to seeing and receiving positivity to build the life we want.

It's the same with negativity—staying "safe" according to your ego will keep you on that highway.

Bottom line: our outlook shapes our future.
Positivity tunes us to what moves us forward.

Negativity? It blinds us or makes us doubt the good.
The highway you build is up to you. 😀

06/09/2024

This Saturday at Lil Indies
Lyla St Clair, Blacksuede, Mogembo
Rock
Indie
No-Wave
Disco-Funk
and whatever else we have up our sleeves.

11/08/2024

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