I'm David — I ran out of talent on the golf course. Turns out that was just the beginning.

I write about business, leadership, faith, golf (and some fiction). Also, I share ideas, lessons, and observations that help me think more clearly and build more intentionally.

What Happens at Golf Camp

The memory came flooding back well before we teed off. I couldn't shake the horror; I nearly quit the game after it happened.

I Blame Tiger (Woods)

I watched Tiger transform from a lanky junior champion to a fit Masters champion. Inspired by him, PGA wannabes hit the gym. I did too.

Margin

I have immense pleasure in having met many leaders and creators. The biggest challenge they face is not having enough margin in their lives.

14 Clubs and a Dream

Eight-year-old Fin dreams of traveling the world with fourteen clubs, but an accident threatens his chance at the Jr. Club Championship.

Window Painting

Hello, friends. Thought I’d share this story I drafted while getting a vehicle serviced. Now, every piece of writing

13 Jan

Waxing Crescent (draft)

May 26th, 1998 “This painting?” I asked. “Yes, the one in the window,” the realtor answered. “It must convey?” “Yes,

11 Jan

2026

Hello, friends. Rather than giving you a long recap of everything that’s happened since summer, let’s start fresh.

04 Jan

Run, ran, had run

Hello, friends. It’s a been a little while since we caught up. How was your summer? Our family was

21 Aug

I Blame Tiger Woods

Most golfers didn’t work out with weights when I was young. I grew up admiring a generation of world-

01 Aug

Agency, hope, and momentum

Hello, friends. How have you been? It’s been active on my end over the last couple of months. March

26 May

Leadership Lessons from Major Dick Winters

Have you ever heard of Major Dick Winters? He seems to cross my mind every year as we go celebrate

26 May

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The Lesson

Nice Try

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C0-Founder & Managing Partner

Calm Capital

2020 - Present

Founder

Honestly

2014 - Present

Co-Founder

CrewPay (r.i.p.)

2019 - 2024

Co-founder

LOFT (folded into Honestly)

2018 - 2024

Co-Founder

FanPack (r.i.p.)

2012 - 2016

Co-founder

Magnetic Ideas (departed)

2012 - 2015

Founder + Copywriter

West Hall Media (r.i.p.)

2008 - 2012

Mini tours and teaching

Pro Golfer (ran out of talent)

2000 - 2004