The Book · Coming August 2026

You are
capable of more.

A no-excuses guide to becoming your best self. Ten principles across three pillars — Ownership, Discipline, and Growth — that turn “someday” into a decision you make today.

Advance praise from Jon Krohn, Amberly Lago, Mark Pattison, Marques Ogden, Alex Weber & more

You Are Capable of More book cover — Chris SundAugust 2026
Inside the Book

Three pillars.
One standard.

Ten principles, organized into the three areas where settling actually happens — and where it ends.

Pillar 01

Ownership

Your future isn’t defined by your circumstances, but by the choices you make next. Take full responsibility for where you are — and where you’re going.

Pillar 02

Discipline

Motivation fades. Systems don’t. Build the daily habits and standards that make progress automatic, even on the days you don’t feel like it.

Pillar 03

Growth

Break through the comfort ceiling. Practical strategies to turn belief into action and keep raising the bar on what you’re capable of.

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Early Praise

What leaders
are saying.

I spend my life helping professionals break into highly competitive industries, and the biggest obstacle they face is rarely a lack of capability; rather, it’s hesitation and a lack of self-trust. Chris Sund has written a practical, compelling guide to getting out of your own way. You Are Capable of More challenges you to stop making excuses, train your inner voice and take decisive action. If you’re ready to step up and lead yourself, start here.
Jon Krohn, Ph.D.Author of Deep Learning Illustrated · #1 Bestseller on Neural Networks
Host of Super Data Science · The Industry’s Most-Listened-To Podcast
Fear has a way of convincing us to stay comfortable, but growth has always required courage. If you’re ready to stop settling, think bigger, and step fully into your potential, this book will encourage you to take that next step with confidence.
Amberly LagoUSA Today Bestselling Author · TEDx Speaker
Host of The Amberly Lago Show
Chris delivers a powerful reminder that our future is not defined by our circumstances, but by the choices we make. You Are Capable of More challenges readers to break through self-imposed limitations and step confidently into their greatest potential. Well done.
Mark PattisonFormer NFL Player · Seven Summits · Emmy Winner
Author of Finding Your Summit
You Are Capable of More is both a wake-up call and a guidebook — personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical strategies that inspire readers to take responsibility for their lives and create meaningful change.
Marques OgdenFormer NFL Athlete · Award-Winning Speaker
Too many people settle for less than they are capable of because of fear, doubt, and limiting beliefs. Chris provides a practical roadmap for breaking through those barriers and becoming the person you were meant to be. This is a book you’ll highlight, revisit, and recommend.
Alex WeberAward-Winning Speaker · Champion Coach
American Ninja Warrior
A genuinely practical, no-fluff guide to becoming your best self. Chris uses honest personal stories and a memorable “iceberg” idea — that most of your potential sits hidden beneath the surface. He makes concepts like extreme ownership, pushing past your comfort zone, and finishing what you start feel doable rather than preachy. The closing Playbook turns it all into real action, which is what sets it apart. Highly recommend for anyone who knows they’re capable of more.
Jeff SalzensteinTop 100 World-Ranked Tennis Pro · Stanford All-American & NCAA Champion
Award-Winning Keynote Speaker
You Are Capable of More is a direct call to stop making excuses and start taking ownership of your results. Chris delivers a clear, practical message: real change happens when your choices change. Nothing more, nothing less. This is a focused, action-driven guide for anyone ready to break limits, reset their mindset, and execute at a higher level.
Pamela Barnum, M.P.A., J.D.Former Undercover Police Officer & Federal Prosecutor
Trust Expert
Resilience is not just about pushing through hard moments. It is about learning, growing, and becoming stronger because of them. In You Are Capable of More, Chris provides a roadmap to take ownership, move through discomfort, and unlock the potential within each of us.
Hoan DoAward-Winning Keynote Speaker · Resilience Expert
American Ninja Warrior City Finalist
Chris Sund’s You Are Capable of More isn’t just motivational and inspirational; it teaches in a way few books do. Chris draws incredible lessons from real-life experiences and provides deep wisdom and guidance along the way. For those looking to be the best version of themselves, this book should absolutely be in your tool belt.
Eric TermuendeBestselling Author of Rethink Work · Keynote Speaker
Workplace Culture & Leadership Expert
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