10/08/2026
SOME HANDSHAKES ARE 40 YEARS IN THE MAKING 🙏
I was blessed to finally meet the legendary Harvey Mackay —a mentor from afar whose wisdom has accompanied me for the past four decades.
More than 10 million books sold worldwide. Seven New York Times bestsellers. An extraordinary legacy of helping people grow, lead, and succeed.
But standing beside him, what meant the most was the opportunity to say two simple words: THANK YOU.
Through books like Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive and Dig Your Well Before You’re Thirsty, Harvey helped shape how I think about business, preparation, persistence, and the power of relationships.
Over a lifetime of building businesses and developing leaders around the world, I’ve seen the value of those lessons: invest in people, nurture relationships, and build trust long before you need a favor.
Harvey made our meeting even more memorable by giving me an advance copy of his forthcoming book, STREET SMARTS, before its publication. What a privilege to receive his next chapter directly from someone whose work has contributed so much to my own.
It’s remarkable to think that someone can influence your life for decades before you ever shake their hand.
Harvey, thank you for 40 years of inspiration—and for a moment I will always treasure.
Who has been YOUR mentor from afar?
Whose words helped shape your journey?
