Nov. 17, 2025

🌴322. Crampons

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🌴322. Crampons

Show Notes

Hey, thanks for tuning in! Today’s episode is all about my first-ever experience using crampons, those spiky tools you strap onto your boots to tackle icy, slippery terrain. I take you through the ups and downs of figuring them out on the fly, and the little victories that came with learning how to use them properly. Spoiler: I looked like a baby giraffe stumbling around!

Along the way, I realized that these lessons on ice aren’t just for mountaineering—they translate surprisingly well to life and business. I break down three practical tips that helped me find my footing.

Broaden your base – Widen your stance for stability. On ice, it keeps you from toppling over; in life, it’s about building a strong foundation and perspective so you don’t get caught off guard by unexpected challenges.

Walk on the ice – Once you’ve got the right support, lean into the risk instead of avoiding it. Sometimes the hardest paths lead to the most progress.

Flat-foot it – Commit fully, be decisive, and put your full weight behind your steps. Half measures won’t get you anywhere on slippery ground or in life.

By the end of the day, I successfully made it to Everest Base Camp, a little bruised but feeling confident in both my crampon skills and my approach to life’s slippery moments.

If you’ve ever felt nervous about stepping into something completely new, this episode is for you. Strap in, find your footing, and go all in. You might stumble at first, but you’ll get there.

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