"The Continuous Improvement Journey to Becoming an Extraordinary Human Being."
Own Thy Stuff!
The most difficult journey we take is the one inward. Own Thy Stuff! challenges readers to take ownership of their choices, behaviors, relationships, and the impact they have on the people around them.
Drawing from Joseph Machicote’s personal and professional experiences, the book combines stories, leadership lessons, practical strategies, and self-reflection exercises to help readers move beyond self-awareness toward true self-mastery.
What people are saying:
"Own Thy Stuff is one of the most authentic leadership books I’ve read.
HJ Machicote doesn’t rely on trendy buzzwords or theoretical concepts that sound good on paper but are difficult to apply. Instead, every lesson feels grounded in real experience, making the book both relatable and immediately useful."
"Joe is a master storyteller and authentic leader. He pulls you in immediately with his endearing and courageous story of heart-breaking challenge and then delivers hard-won wisdom you can apply in the moment. If you are seeking leadership inspiration, grounded in real experience, with practical, easy-to-apply techniques - all in a book that reads like a compelling novel - this book is for you.
Joe packs candor, compassion and insight into every page. A must-read you won’t want to put down."
"A thoughtful and encouraging read focused on personal accountability and intentional living. Joe's passion for growth and self-reflection comes through clearly. A solid choice for those looking to strengthen their own ownership mindset and continue their personal development journey."
“Own Thy Stuff!”, The Podcast:
Conversations About Growth, Leadership, and the Continuing Journey to Becoming an Extraordinary Human Being.
Own Thy Stuff! is more than a conversation. It is also a journey toward becoming the most extraordinary version of yourself. Hosted by author, leadership coach, and organizational development expert Joe Machicote, the podcast explores what it means to take ownership of your life, relationships, leadership, and personal growth. Through honest conversations with leaders, coaches, entrepreneurs, healers, and everyday people, Joe uncovers the experiences, challenges, lessons, and choices that have shaped their journeys. Each conversation encourages you to look inward, embrace growth, and take ownership of your own story.
The goal is simple: to become a better version of yourself and leave yourself and the people around you a little better than you found them.