Impact Design

In “Impact,” Ell’s been taken off the “Most Wanted” list and is resuming somewhat of a normal life. Her old friend Phil Zabrisk is on his way to Mars. One of her exploration rockets is about to land on an earthlike world. Then an enormous comet crashes into Tau Ceti three, threatening the lives of the teecees there. Aliens that Ell and others have come to think of as friends. Phil falls on Mars, breaking his hip in a fashion that needs surgery soon if he’s not to be crippled.

Most business owners spend more time planning their annual vacation than planning their business succession. Then they wonder why 75% of exits end in regret, family conflict, and financial disappointment. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Traditional career ladders are changing fast—“titles & credentials” no longer tell the full story. In a volatile, digitized economy, the professionals who win opportunities are the ones who can show clear outcomes. DRIVE: Your Action - Your Impact is a practical playbook for building autonomy and turning your work into undeniable evidence—whether you’re seeking a better role, launching independent work, or building a portfolio career.

Freedom By Design is the guide every service-based business owner needs but rarely finds, especially once growth starts feeling more like a grind than a reward. If your company has surpassed the $1M mark but left you with more stress, shrinking margins, and a team that leans too heavily on your shoulders, this book reveals why—and what to do about it.