Heavy Hitters #33

How to be the Best It’s simple: Don’t be. If you’re a true go-getter, then there really is no such thing as the best; there’s only better. Being “the best” indicates some sort of pinnacle or plateau in what you’re doing. Think about what a “Best of Show" trophy really means. It’s simple…you were the best that day. “Best” is a word that should be applied for events that are temporary, while “better” symbolizes a permanent mental thought process that keeps you focused, humbled, and pushing for more. To be better means to be a perfectionist, because you’re always searching for more. To be better means you understand there’s no limit to what you can do. In short, complacency is the mother of all letdowns, while discomfort is the father…

I’ve been reading Heavy Hitters magazine since you first released it. It’s huge inspiration that anybody from anywhere can make an awesome living in the not-so-brightest of celeb lights! I would’ve never thought of bringing a magazine that paints such a vivid picture of these ballers to life. You guys are a success story in your own right, and I tell all my friends about HH. Keep grindin’ my friends. Can’t stop, won’t stop! -Jason Romens We will definitely keep grindin’. Thanks for spreading the word and for your loyal support. I am impressed by your publication. I sincerely hope you guys never lose sight of what it is you’re doing right now—this very moment—because you’re filling a niche, building an empire, and fostering loyalty amongst readers. Brilliant. Each issue…

In parallel with custom cars, your sense of style can be another way to set yourself apart from the crowd. Whatever the occasion may be—a classy date with the girl of your dreams, or a job interview of a lifetime—nothing can be more striking than a bespoke suit. After all, the word “bespoke” derives from the term “to speak for something,” and what better way to make a lasting impression than by a classy and sharp appearance? Duncan Quinn lays out the details for his bespoke suits and is here to help every man dress for success. POCKETS Nearly every suit you see has at least three pockets on the outside: a chest pocket (for your pocket square) and two lower pockets that are cut at an angle. These pockets…

When it comes to travel destinations, the world has been won over with expansive new resorts and the complexities of modern-day hotels. Years ago, we were one of the first publications to feature the Burj Al Arab, and while its sail-shaped construction and design whisked us away, it wouldn’t be hard to admit that its superluxurious interior appointments were also of heavy influence. Yet the thing that seems to be a common theme among all these new resorts is the fact that they’re literally enormous concrete jungles that oftentimes try to bring in nature through waterscapes, gardens, and landscapes that merely line or accent walkways and lobbies. Now we’re not for one minute trying to say we don’t enjoy hotels of epic proportions, but what if you want an intimate…

In 2002, while teaching digital photography at a university near an Air Force Base, Chad Person had several talented and creative soldiers in attendance. Among those students, one in particular, a soldier named Harold, was one he’d always remember. How does the failure of another motivate one? Read on, and you’ll see. It was merely three semesters after the course had ended when Chad received a phone call from an administrator at the AFB. Apparently, Harold (the student he couldn’t forget) had used Air Force money to take the class, and since he had failed, the administrator had decided to renege on the cost of the $400 tuition. In short, this meant Harold would have to repay the military out of pocket so they could reassign the funds elsewhere; this…

In years past, the production level of gold has been at a record high, but as industry experts question its future—and a possible plateau—the one thing you don’t have to question is its comeback when it comes to fashion and demand. A recent article by Oil Price states that gold reached 94 million ounces last year—worth $153 billion at today’s prices—thus ranking gold Fifth as a Fortune 500 company, just ahead of General Electric (GE). While the information provided is interesting to some, most could probably care less and probably look at gold as more of a material item meant to be consumed as a level of wealth. That said, we decided to put together some random gold-plated knickknacks that are sure to get you to do a double take.…