A few weeks ago, I blogged about why I think people should spend less time on email. I discussed some reasons why one could be spending too much time on email. I confessed my challenges with this at one point in my history. For me, it was about accomplishing something to demonstrate value and self-worthContinue reading “(Instant) Email Replies Are Destroying Relationships”
Author Archives: Matthew E. Porter
Get Off Your Fucking Email
I recently wrote about how I was a panelist for EO Accelerator. In that post, I discussed how there are times to share experience, and there are times to give advice. I finished the blog post with the advice I gave the audience that day – Get off your fucking email. I want to takeContinue reading “Get Off Your Fucking Email”
The Tale of Two Journals, One Marriage, and Four Lessons
A few years back, I attempted to write one thing per day that I appreciated and loved about my wife, Courtney. This would remain a surprise until Christmas morning. Then, on that glorious day, I would see her opening it. I would explain what the journal was. She would smile and maybe even shed aContinue reading “The Tale of Two Journals, One Marriage, and Four Lessons”
Want to Help Others? Default to Experience Sharing & Cross That Line
A few days ago, I was on a panel for early-stage entrepreneurs. This was for the EO Accelerator program. Each of these entrepreneurs has a business with revenue between $250k and $1MM. Each is wanting to grow their business which inevitably means personal growth. I love serving EO Accelerator. It is a program near andContinue reading “Want to Help Others? Default to Experience Sharing & Cross That Line”
Feedback, Thoughts, and Q&A From “Oh, And I Have Multiple Sclerosis”
When I posted “Oh, and I Have Multiple Sclerosis”, I had one hope – to share my story in an authentic and honest manner. I did not have any expectations other than a few people reading it. I did not know if I would receive any feedback or responses. Yet, I have been overwhelmed and blessed withContinue reading “Feedback, Thoughts, and Q&A From “Oh, And I Have Multiple Sclerosis””
Oh, and I Have Multiple Sclerosis
I am a (doting, loving) father. I am a (faithful, nightly cuddling, giddy) husband. I am an (intensely loyal) friend. I am an entrepreneur. I am a (math and computer) geek. I am a mentor and a mentee. I am an ultra marathoner. Oh, and I have multiple sclerosis. Three years ago today, Courtney andContinue reading “Oh, and I Have Multiple Sclerosis”
In Defense of Daylight Savings
I have been thinking about daylight savings the past few weeks as it approached. Most articles, blog posts, Facebook updates, etc. will be around the idea that daylight savings is not practical. I wholeheartedly concur, but I do not think it is useless. I waited a few days after the time change in hopes thatContinue reading “In Defense of Daylight Savings”
Leadville 2016 – Post-Race Report
We have a debt to those before us and an obligation to those that come after us. We maximize life and potential through heart, intelligence, and grit. We focus on our bond. We do all of this together because we are always stronger together. Mostest. — Porter Family Mission Statement In August 2015, I had theContinue reading “Leadville 2016 – Post-Race Report”
Contegix Volunteer Program: 16 in ’16
Up until a few years ago, I had always disliked the charity pictures of a company representative, usually the CEO or President, giving a big (in physical size) check to a charity representative. It seemed the opposite of what I … Read More →
Leadville Trail 100 Recap – Why I’ll Return to Leadville
Two weekends ago, I had the opportunity to crew and pace a friend, Jeffrey, making his second attempt to run the Leadville Trail 100 race, aka LT100 or “The Race Across the Sky”. For those unfamiliar with LT100, it is a 100 mile race held annually that was first held in 1983. This would beContinue reading “Leadville Trail 100 Recap – Why I’ll Return to Leadville”