Jul 30, 2010 Posted by Brian Monahan

Stick Your Neck Out – My TEDx Cincy Proposal

“Stick Your Neck Out”……AKA “Get a Pair,” is one of my favorite success strategies.  I have always been a firm believer that the “World” is presented on a silver platter for those willing to take a risk and put their spirit on the line. As many of you know, one of my dreams is to be a keynote speaker.  I have been training with Toastmasters for the last 2... read more

Jul 27, 2010 Posted by Brian Monahan

Passion on Pause, Press Play

Is your Passion on Pause, Press Play? Play is a funny word if you think in terms of VCR’s and DVD players versus the act of playing.  It is even funnier when you pair it up with a concept like Passion. I think a lot of people suffer from a misdiagnosed passion problem. Most people as they get older lose touch with their passion and believe their passion has become a lost cause. I am suggesting... read more

Jul 21, 2010 Posted by Brian Monahan

Destination Passion

Last week I had the honor to interview my dear old Dad about his path and his views on passion.  Being the smart “arse” that he is he won’t mind the “old” jab, but kidding aside, my Dad had some great insights when it comes to passion. I have referenced my Dad – Mike Monahan in numerous posts but for my new readers, my father has been teaching Personal Growth Seminars... read more

Jul 11, 2010 Posted by Brian Monahan

I Have Been Fat for Too Long!

It’s almost Momentum Monday and I have been doing the BeachBody.com Insanity DVD workout and diet for 1 week. I think a “WAHOO!” is in order. My wife and I were chatting on the way to dinner with my parents tonight about what I was going to eat. We were going to one of Cincinnati’s classic pizza joints, “Larosa’s.” Larosa’s has great food but lets get real... read more

Jul 6, 2010 Posted by Brian Monahan

The Personal Passion Project

Nearly 2 years in the making “The Personal Passion Project” is about to launch. Back in the summer of 2008 I had an epiphany of sorts.  My wife was around 6 months pregnant and I was experiencing something familiar or maybe unfamiliar. I was experiencing excitement.  It reminded me of when I was about to graduate high school or right before Megan and I were married.  I had something bigger... read more