Michael’s childhood was tough. He lived in poverty with his hardworking mother and three brothers. Despite her best efforts, his mother struggled to make ends meet, working three jobs just to provide food, shelter, and clothing for the family. Michael was surrounded by poverty, and it was difficult for him to imagine anything else.

But his mother was determined to keep her sons from succumbing to a poverty mindset. She made sure they dressed well, even if their clothes were second-hand, and Michael was always proud of the way they looked. He didn’t realize it then, but this early lesson in self-presentation would become crucial in shaping his future.

In high school, Michael was an athlete and didn’t see the point of reading. He thought books were for “nerds, geeks, and losers.” But one day, a friend made a suggestion that would change his life forever: “Start by picking the smallest book you can find on your favorite topic.” Michael took this advice and went to the library to check out “Heart Over Height” by NBA veteran Nate Robinson. As he read the book, he began to compare its lessons to his own life and the work ethic he saw his mother had.

This led Michael to ask himself a profound question: “How is it that my mother can work so hard and with so much heart, but we are still in poverty year after year? And how can some people work less and have a better lifestyle?” He began to research successful entrepreneurs and found that they were all business owners and entrepreneurs. This revelation inspired Michael to continue reading and learning more about business.

Michael went straight to Barns & Noble in search of One book that particularly resonated with Michael was “The One Thing” by Gary Keller, which emphasized focusing on one thing until you achieve it, then moving on to the next. This idea led Michael to commit to pursuing his question until he found the answer.

For the next decade, Michael researched the daily habits of some of the wealthiest people on earth, learning everything he could and applying it to his life and endeavors. He discovered that consistency was key, and the more he applied what he learned, the more successful he became. He eventually realized that he was living his IDEAL life, traveling the world, building companies, and interviewing millionaires and billionaires on his Podcast.

This journey led Michael to create The IDEAL App, the #1 performance-based success app on earth. The app is designed to help people become the best version of themselves, with the confidence, courage, and discipline to rewire their minds for success. Taking all the habits of the wealthiest people on Earth and putting it all in one central location for you to track, manage and take action on creating your IDEAL life. Michael’s story is a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and never giving up on your dreams.