Accountability
Creating a Circle of Trust: Selecting Advisors Who Amplify Your Success
The right advice, at the right time, is priceless. My business is tiny. I’m the only employee. My wife has…
How injuries or setbacks can create your leadership edge
Late last year, I injured my ribs while training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). I couldn’t train and heal simultaneously, so…
Biden, Trump, and True threats to democracy
“It is always easier to fight for one’s principles than to live up to them.” —Alfred Adler Are we watching…
Unlearning Scarcity: How to Grow by Letting Go of Limitations
I’m on vacation in Hawaii with my family and parents. A few days ago, we were having lunch at a…
Why Some Succeed and Others Don’t: The Follow-Through Factor
It’s March. How are your New Year’s Resolutions coming along? Are you following through? If so, good for you! That…
Unlocking Productivity: The Three Principles That Changed a Leader’s Life and Business
One of my best clients was a high-potential manager who tended to overwhelm himself. It was (and still is) important…
Profit, Performance, and Pretense: Peeling Back the Layers of Corporate Cosmetic Surgery
I grew up in the era of the Rocky and Rambo movies. Sylvester Stallone was everywhere. Movie posters, t-shirts, lunch…
Unlocking Success: The Crucial Role of Self-Image in Leadership
I used to rock climb. I often introduced new people to the sport. Most would struggle with their mindset when…
Navigating Leadership: How Self-Image Steers Success
A favorite memory from when I was young is a time my family spent at Lake Superior. If you are…
How to quickly a prepare a leader for a senior role (Part 2)
(Part II of a series. In my last article, I described how an organization can prepare itself for leadership transition….