Sometimes in life or at work, it feels like we’re off track—like we’re derailed and not sure how to get moving in the right direction again.If that’s where you find yourself today, I want you to know two things:You’re not alone.You can get back on track.Just like a train can’t succeed if it’s not on
You’ve probably never asked yourself this question before: How are leaders like alarm clocks? But once you hear the answer, I think it will stick with you.Over the years, I’ve done a number of what I call “mash-up” episodes—where I connect seemingly unrelated things to leadership. It’s a fun and creative challenge that also helps
Who do you admire?It’s a simple question, but one that has incredible power—if we take the time to truly reflect on it.When I ask you that question, I’m not talking about hero worship or the kind of admiration that’s rooted in jealousy or insecurity. I’m not asking you to put someone on a pedestal or
There are three little words that can truly change your life.Let. It. Go.Now, before your mind jumps to a certain animated movie soundtrack, let me assure you—this isn’t about ice castles or fairy tales. It’s about leadership. It’s about growth. It’s about becoming the best version of yourself.The Power of Letting GoWhen we think about
I was recently catching up with a high school classmate—someone I’ve known a long time, and someone who now runs a successful landscaping business. He told me about how customers often come to him asking for trees, only to be disappointed when the trees they see are small. “I wish I had planted bigger ones,”
Blame. It’s easy to fall into. It’s emotionally satisfying in the moment. And yet, it’s one of the biggest barriers to our growth, progress, and leadership potential.Whether you’re leading a team or just trying to navigate your day, recognizing and moving past blame is a crucial step toward becoming more effective—and more fulfilled.The Temptation of
Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player…Listen to this article. (Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur.) They say that the only things that are certain are death and taxes. How about we add uncertainty to that list? While life is full of uncertainties, large and small, in the world of work, there seem to
How many meetings are too many? It’s a question I hear all the time.Most people I work with—whether in workshops, coaching calls, or leadership development sessions—tell me they attend far too many meetings. And I don’t disagree. Many organizations have defaulted to a meeting-first mindset that often sacrifices productivity for routine.But here’s the truth: The
Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player…Listen to this article. (Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur.) The gap between potential and performance exists for everyone. Some significantly close this gap – those are people we often look up to and admire. Others seem to have gaps that are so large that we see tragedy
It’s my birthday today—but that’s not really what this post is about.This moment just gave me the perfect excuse to talk about something that often goes unnoticed in the workplace: celebration.We’re pretty good at celebrating in our personal lives. In fact, the U.S. birthday party industry was worth around $10 billion in 2020. That’s right—parents
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