What I Am Reading:

The Surprising Link Between NEAT and Longevity
When it comes to living a longer life, staying active may matter far more than what the scale says.

Per the largest study yet on fitness, body weight, and longevity published recently in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, researchers found that people who are aerobically fit (i.e., how well your heart, lungs, and muscles work together to supply oxygen during exercise) significantly reduce their risk of premature death, even if they are obese.

Is The Wellness Boom Reshaping Global Commercial Real Estate?
Earlier this summer, Toronto Life published a piece aptly titled, ‘The Cult of Wellness’, detailing the wellness-inspired culture shift that seems to be materializing across major cities. Simply stated, where the entertainment and nightlife scene once reigned supreme, wellness-inspired spaces and practices appear to be securing a notable stronghold – especially among Millennial and Gen Z consumers.

Mastering the art of decision-making
“Some people have a natural knack for making smart decisions quickly,” says Eng. “But that’s not to say that these skills can’t be developed and learned.” Organizations can proactively enable better decision-making in future leaders by prioritizing five simple steps.

2025: The Emergence of the New Zeitgeist?
As 2025 begins and 2024 is now a year of the past, I thought it would be fascinating to review and get a snapshot of 2024 with Jemima and understand how the events of 2024 will trickle (and potentially snowball) throughout 2025. Her choice of words to summarise 2024 – vibes, hubris and reckoning – is, I think, very telling for how the new zeitgeist will emerge this year, the half-way point of the 2020’s, particularly with Trump taking office later on this month.

What I Am Listening to:

Leading the Spend: Value Goods and Wellness Trends
This episode covers consumer spending starting with holiday sales and wrapping with the explosive health and wellness sector. Consumer dollars have spoken; value is in vogue and fitness isn't a fad. Listen in as Karly and Chris keep you up to speed on how consumer spending affects retail real estate.

New Year, New Leader: The Key to Future Ready Leadership in 2025
If leadership were easy, everyone would do it—but here’s how the best make it look effortless. In this special episode of Future Ready Leadership, three visionary leaders share powerful, actionable strategies to help you activate teams, build unshakable trust, and transform workplace culture. Rachel Cooke, former Director of HR at American Express, host of the Modern Mentor podcast, and founder of Lead Above Noise, unpacks her four-pillar framework for driving team success through connection, development, and well-being. Chris Nicholas, CEO of Sam’s Club, shares his Trust Equation, showing why authenticity and transparency are the foundation of impactful leadership

What I Am Watching:

This will make you $$$ in 2025
I'll break down my weekly schedule, showing you how to balance client outreach, lead generation, and business relationships. You'll learn how to create a sustainable rhythm that keeps your pipeline full and your business thriving.

Is the Real Estate Market finally improving?
Have you been wondering is the real estate market finally improving? It feels like it's been a rough ride over the last year! Welcome to the January 2025 Market Update on Real Estate! In this video, we'll delve into the latest trends shaping the housing market, with a special focus on Phoenix, Arizona

10 habits you want to implement to make your life unrecognizable
Ready to transform your life in 2025? In this game-changing episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show, discover the 10 essential habits that can help you optimize your health, boost longevity, and become unrecognizable in just 6 months. Dr. Axe breaks down the latest research and practical strategies for creating lasting change, from the science of goal-setting to evidence-backed biohacks.