Fifty Shades of Blank
A story about fifty brass tags, one production worker, and a lesson about leadership I have never needed to learn twice.
27 May
22 Jan
Accountability Starts with You
Accountability isn’t something leaders demand from others. It begins with holding yourself accountable first.
This frames the article as a mindset shift, not a management tool.
22 Jan
“Find a Way to Yes”: Embracing Solutions Beyond Limits
“Find a Way to Yes” is a mindset that prioritizes solutions, integrity, and long-term relationships over limits, silos, and short-term wins.
22 Jan
Solving for Solutions, Not Blame
Blame stalls progress. Solution-focused leadership builds accountability, learning, and stronger organizations.
22 Jan
Lazy Leadership: Diluting Value Instead of Driving It
Lazy leadership relies on shortcuts and spending instead of solving real problems. Strong leaders focus on creating and protecting long-term value.
22 Jan
Best Boss: A Reflection on Leadership and Aspiration
Being the “best boss” isn’t about being liked. It’s about trust, candor, growth, and modeling leadership that cascades through an organization.
22 Jan
Train Your Replacement
Training your replacement strengthens your team, creates continuity, and opens the door for your own growth as a leader.
22 Jan
Success Is Not an Outcome
Success isn’t a single moment or milestone. It’s the accumulation of daily actions, effort, and growth that happen along the way.
19 Oct
Leadership Concept: Put Yourself Where You Need to Be
. To effectively lead, we must constantly evaluate where our efforts derive the most value and align best with our organization's strategy and mission — this is "where we need to be."