20 Minutes of Action > 20 Hours of Planning

In today's episode I'm talking about my frustrating journey trying to learn Spanish over the last 2.5 years.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In this episode, I address the two biggest barriers to adopting AI: the fear of being replaced and the feeling of overwhelm when not knowing where to start. I share a practical strategy for overcoming these hurdles by using AI itself to brainstorm specific ways it can make your unique role more efficient and strategic. It’s a call to move past the uncertainty and start using these tools to increase your value and stay ahead of the curve.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In this episode, I ask the most important question for your professional success: What do you want to be known for? Your personal brand isn't just built on LinkedIn; it's shaped by every interaction, Zoom meeting, and collaborative project you tackle. I share how to define your identity, align your daily actions with the reputation you want to build, and offer resources from my book, Own Your Brand, Own Your Career, to help you take control of your professional narrative.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In this episode, I explore why accountability is the secret to following through on your most ambitious goals. I share how we are often more likely to let ourselves down than to let others down, which is why having a partner or group to report to whether for fitness, morning routines, or business outreach is so effective. By leveraging social pressure and shared commitments, you can stop making excuses and start creating consistent momentum.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In today's episode I'm talking about how a failed ski trip taught me a vital lesson about personality "operating systems." By applying Mel Robbins’ "Let Them Theory," I realized that what felt like a conflict was actually just a difference in how my friend and I value time and energy. It’s a reminder that respecting someone’s unique boundaries is the fastest way to better communication and stronger connections.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In today's episode, I break down why 20 minutes of action will always outperform 20 hours of planning when it comes to your concrete professional goals. Inspired by a Mel Robbins quote, I share a personal "real-time" experiment where I stopped overthinking a dinner for HR leaders and instead spent 30 minutes sending targeted LinkedIn messages. The result? Immediate interest and a surprising "yes" from a high-profile influencer I almost didn't reach out to. If you’ve been stuck in the "thinking" phase of a project, this is your sign that movement creates its own map—stop planning and start doing.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In today's episode I'm talking about how to read more books in 2026 with my two tips that has helped me read more books. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In today's episode I'm talking about the strange situation I've put myself in, moving to Spain without being able to speak the local language. But I have to own it and then decide the best course of action. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In today's episode I'm talking about the importance of finding and investing in the right learning resources and as well as learning from the right people to help you accomplish your goals.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In today's episode I'm talking about a book that changed my life for the better. It's called The Miracle Morning and it's all about starting your day with intention. I explain it all here.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.