Lessons from the Living Room to the Boardroom Years ago, when my daughters were 9 and 10 (they’re now thriving 31 and 32-year-olds), I jotted down some raw reflections about parenting. I wasn’t writing a book, yet. But what poured out of me was wisdom earned the hard way: in carpool lines, grocery store standoffs,…
June arrives with a cocktail of out-of-office replies, summer travel plans, and an inbox that’s somehow just as chaotic, but less responsive. If anything, it’s even more jammed, with auto-responses piling up like carry-on luggage at an overbooked gate. As someone who sends a monthly blog to over 10,000 professionals, I see my fair share…
What truly separates people who consistently get insightful, detailed answers from AI, colleagues, or clients from those who receive only surface level responses? After years teaching leaders and sales professionals how to communicate for deeper connection, I have noticed one simple truth. The quality of your answers relies completely on the clarity of your questions.…
“Hope is not a strategy.” You’ve heard it, I’ve heard it, and let’s be real, it’s not wrong. If you’re leading a team, trying to close a sale, or just getting through a challenging season, blind optimism alone won’t cut it. Hope won’t write the proposal, hit the quota, or resolve the conflict. But here’s…
Ever feel like your team just isn’t thinking things through? During my speaking customization interviews I often hear leaders’ frustrations about younger employees’ lack of figuring things out for themselves and seeking permission slips for every decision. But here’s the real question: Are we giving them the space to think critically, or are we just…
The best leaders don’t just lead from the top—they show up where the real work happens. When Steve Gordon took over California’s DMV, he didn’t start with memos or mandates. Instead, he hit the road, logging 50,000 miles to visit all 180 DMV offices. Why? Because leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about presence. Gordon’s turnaround of…
I’ve been around the block a few times when it comes to personal development. You name it, I’ve read it, tried it, and probably even taught a workshop on it. But after decades of devouring every self-help book under the sun, I’ve discovered that the true secrets to a better life aren’t always found in…
As December rolls in, it’s the perfect time to pause, take stock, and turn reflection into progress. Whether you’re a leader steering a team, a collaborator striving for impact, or simply someone reflecting on personal growth, this year-end ritual isn’t just about what happened—it’s about what happens next. Why Reflection Matters Reflection isn’t just looking…
In today’s hyperconnected business world, saying “yes” seems like the default response. We’re conditioned to believe that every opportunity is golden, every request deserves our attention, and every meeting warrants our presence. However, as Warren Buffett wisely noted, “The difference between successful people and really successful people is that really successful people say no to…