Fear has a funny way of making the world feel small. Your heart pounds, your knees shake, and the idea of forward momentum feels almost laughable. But just when it seems like you’re stuck in place, you feel a hand on your shoulder. You look up and see that you’re not...
As 2024 winds down, I’ve got two things on my mind. First, I’m reflecting on some end-of-year leadership insights. There are many opportunities to see where I got it right and could applaud myself, but there are also ample opportunities to see where I got it wrong and...
Fear and I have been constant companions for quite some time. Initially, our relationship was far from friendly. He would show up unannounced, interrupt conversations, and offer unsolicited perspectives on my life. Just the other day, Fear made an unexpected visit in...
In the age of social media and constant connectivity, comparison has become an insidious force that infiltrates our minds, sabotaging our aspirations and diluting our sense of self-worth. The act of sizing ourselves up against others, whether in terms of achievements,...
We All Face Fear Whether we want to admit it or not, fear is a part of everyday life. We all experience different types of fear every day, whether it’s a fear of heights or spiders, or things more human such as losing someone close or being rejected by your peers. Our...
Writing this blog, I realized how challenging it is to convey this topic to folks who want to embrace radical authenticity. I had to ask myself why that is. For one thing, authenticity is difficult to define. I like to think of it as being genuine, sincere, and true...
I have always said, leadership is about more than position or title; it's about guiding and inspiring others towards a common goal. It takes work and self-awareness to do this well. We cannot become authentic, effective leaders without acknowledging the significant...
Good leadership is something we talk about a lot around here. It’s the compass that guides how I interact with everyone I meet. I put a lot of value in good leadership because I’ve seen what it can truly accomplish when put into play. Truth be told, I have been at...
Infusing Hope without Perpetrating False Realities is what leadership during chaos demands. History books are filled with accounts of men and women stepping up to ensure strong leadership during chaos. Leadership tends to call up one’s better angels. There’s no doubt...
I believe the most important thing people can do is get up every day, take action and become better. People spend money and time on all kinds of questionable things in life. I think the best way you can invest your money and time is on personal development and...
When you’re working toward something important, life is guaranteed to throw you a…
“Success is going from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” —Sir Winston Churchill I know that’s easier said than done. But look, the reality is if you make decisions and try different things, there’s always a chance of failure. You might decide you’re...
