On this page I hope to give you a quick glimpse of who I am and what I love to do outside of work. I believe you can tell a lot about a person by what they do in their spare time. I pride myself in never wasting time. I love being creative, productive, and taking action to develop my skills in various areas of life. So here’s a quick snap shot of things that I love to do.
Video and Photography
“The camera can photograph thought.” -Dirk Bogarde
My newest hobby is mastering the art and science of capturing and creating high quality video and photos. I just picked up my first DSLR camera and I have been having a ton of fun capturing various videos and photos using it. I’ve been learning about and implementing various photography and video editing techniques as well. It’s been a blast figuring out editing programs like Final Cut Pro, Adobe Light Room, and various others. I feel like having video and photography skills is important to have as a marketer. But even more importantly, I think it’s one of the funnest, most fulfilling hobbies a person can undertake because it enables you to capture the most precious thing of all; life.
Grappling/Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Jiu-jitsu is the gentle art. It’s the art where a small man is going to prove to you, no matter how strong you are, no matter how mad you get, that you’re going to have to accept defeat. That’s what Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is.” -Saulo Ribeiro
For the past 2 years grappling has become one of my favorite past times. I spend a considerable amount of time at it every week. I have plans on getting a black belt at some point and am on a path to do so. I generally spend between 5-10 hours a week at it. This has been one of the best hobbies I could have ever taken up, despite walking around with consistent injuries.
Reading and Personal Development
“Sixty years ago I knew everything; now I know nothing; education is a progressive discovery of our own ignorance” -Will Durant
I have made personal development and self-mastery an obsession. I have read and listened to hundreds of personal development books and audio programs. For the past 8 years I’ve consumed anything I can get my hands on. Personal development is my passions. 2011 has been no different. I’ve been reading various books and learning new things that are allowing me to continue to expand the quality of my life.
Bodybuilding, Health, and Fitness
“Everybody pities the weak; jealousy you have to earn.” -Arnold Schwarzenegger
I have been building my body through weight lifting, rigorous exercise, and dieting for over 10 years. It started off trying to get bigger-faster-stronger for football in high school and has always been something I’ve loved. I love the fact that through self discipline and personal effort I have the power to alter my appearance.
Writing
“Either write something worth reading or do something worth writing.” -Ben Franklin
I was always told that I had a talent for writing. This may or may not be true. Whether it’s true or not, I absolutely love to articulate ideas through writing. I started my site/blog The Sam Effect as a medium for me to articulate the ideas and distinctions that have allowed me to increase the quality of my life.
Thanks for Visiting!
Thank you for reading and please contact me to schedule a time to talk further. By the way, have you seen my online resume yet?
