Memento Mori: The Deadline That Drives Us All
Dec 02, 2025 11:45 AM
Mark Zalmanoff
Memento Mori: The Deadline That Drives Us All
Marc is a seasoned coach, speaker, author, and purveyor of Joy. He has been coaching people to a better existence since 2003 through a variety of modalities, including business, fitness, nutrition, and life in general.
Marc's unique combination of Stoic philosophy, his overtly optimistic outlook on life, and a healthy dose of perspective make a positive impact on the world and the people around him.
He is the author of two Amazon Best Selling books: Make Good Choices and Real Talk With Real Fit Pros, and host of the Make Good Choices podcast.He is the founder of The Joy Code, and Owner of Marc Z Fitness & Nutrition in Frisco, TX, providing in-
person and online coaching for individuals looking to optimize their health and wellness.Marc derives an immense amount of joy from leaving people better than he found them. He currently resides in Little Elm, TX with his beautiful wife Laura and the cutest
toddler in the world, Maximus.
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Memento Mori: The Deadline That Drives Us All
Life is finite, and remembering that truth changes how we live, work, and lead.
Memento Mori, “remember your death," isn’t morbid, it’s motivating.
In this keynote, Marc delivers a powerful, perspective-shifting message that challenges audiences to confront their limited time and use it as fuel to act boldly, connect deeply, and prioritize what truly matters.
Expect laughter, a few chills, and the kind of clarity that lingers long after the event ends.