Skyler Ditchfield, an entrepreneur, business mentor, and health and biohacking advocate, is the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of GeoLinks, an enterprise telecommunications company valued at over nine figures. GeoLinks, a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC), is nationally recognized for its cutting-edge Internet and Digital Voice solutions. With a founding mission to close the U.S. Digital Divide, Ditchfield actively works to influence broadband funding and spectrum policy reform on both state and federal levels.
Under his leadership, GeoLinks has secured over $200 million in government funding for rural broadband expansion and acquired industry assets worth more than $4.6 billion in 2017. The company has made the Inc. 5000 list five times and ranked among the Financial Times' Fastest Growing Companies in America. Ditchfield's commitment to digital equity has earned him appointments to several national boards and associations, including the FCC’s Technology Advisory Committee, two FCC Broadband Deployment Advisory Committees, the SHLB’s Strategic Advisory Committee, and the FCC Advisory Board for the Wireless Internet Service Providers Association.
His dedication and leadership have garnered numerous accolades for both him and GeoLinks, such as being named among the “Top Entrepreneurial Companies in America” by Entrepreneur Magazine, “Entrepreneur of the Year” by his company’s local city, and the “Innovations in Networking Award” by the Corporation for Education Network Initiatives in California, among many others.
Additionally, they have received Special Congressional and California Legislature Assembly Recognition for “Outstanding and Invaluable Service to the Community.”
Skyler attributes his personal and professional success to integrating the 7 Fundamentals to Living Fully Optimized into his daily life and ethos: Faith, Family, Fearlessness, Food, Fitness, Fulfillment, and Fortune. This framework has enabled him to achieve true health, wealth, and happiness, becoming fully optimized in both his career and personal endeavors.
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7 Fundamentals to Living Fully optimized
Living fully optimized isn't just about achieving goals but creating a happy, healthy, and successful life. Here are the seven key areas Skyler Ditchfield believes are important:
Faith
This strong belief gives him purpose, direction, and helps him make good choices. It reminds him of what’s important in life.
Family
Both close friends and relatives are his foundation. They give him love, support, and a sense of belonging. He cares for these relationships because they make him strong and happy.
Food
Food is more than just eating; it fuels his body and helps him be healthy. He eats healthy foods that make him feel good.
Fitness
Exercise is important, too. He works out regularly to stay strong, energetic and focused.
Fearlessness
Don’t be afraid to try new things! Stepping outside your comfort zone helps you grow and learn. Embrace challenges and overcome obstacles.
Fulfillment
Make time for things you enjoy that give your life meaning. Pursue your hobbies and passions!
Fortune
Being financially secure allows you to help others and do more of what you love. Money is a tool to invest in yourself and your dreams.