Reflections from Critical Perspectives in Leadership, Module 3 The question of whether leaders are born or made turned out to be the starting point of Module 3, not the destination. The real work was questioning the assumptions underneath leadership theories themselves. Professor Kevin drove one…
What a name-swap experiment, some magazine covers, and a work experience taught me about the likability trap This is week two of my series documenting what I’m learning in my organizational leadership graduate program, and how it keeps colliding with my actual life as a…
And on why radical candor gets all the attention. Radical receptivity is the other half nobody talks about. Tell me the painful stuff. Hit me straight in the gut. I ask these questions constantly. Not because I enjoy discomfort (or maybe I do), but because…
You Can Work Hard Forever or You Can Work Hard Once on the Thing That Works for You You’re going to die. And between now and then, you have a fixed, non-negotiable, rapidly depleting amount of time to build whatever it is you’re going to…
Step 1: Wealth Building. Step 2: Acquisition. “First plant your fields; then build your barn.” (Proverbs 24:27, MSG) This is one of my favorite scriptures from the Great Book. It is simple, direct, and incredibly practical. It speaks to order, patience, and wisdom, especially when…
Reconsider faux owning if you’ll sacrifice your savings A house is a luxury, and you do not need luxuries to experience success and fulfillment. Homeownership is often treated as proof that someone has “made it,” but that belief ignores context, timing, and individual financial reality. Success…
No more playing games. Take Action Today! When the widow lamented to Elisha of her sad financial plight, fearing that a creditor would take her sons from her, Elisha did not sympathize with her in the way many people expect. Instead, he instructed her to…
Get out of that line if your money ain’t looking right. First, let’s apply some basic logic when it comes to financing a phone. Many people finance their phones because the offer comes with 0% interest. On paper, that can be a smart move. Why pay…
Easy & simple hacks These five habits may look almost too simple to matter, but that is exactly why they work. They do not require special equipment, expensive memberships, or perfect conditions. They require intention and consistency. When practiced daily, they can significantly improve how you…
You can’t avoid low days, but you can avoid shooting yourself in the foot. We all experience low points in our lives. There’s no escaping the highs and lows of life. We will be let down at times - even by the best people. What’s most important is…
Is this you?40% to 60% of Americans have $500 or less in savings. Pause on that. Really pause. That means a massive number of people are one small disruption away from stress. Not a catastrophe. Just life doing what life does. Things that should be annoying…
A small but mighty numberOver three-quarters of Americans struggle to save or invest after paying their monthly expenses (Source: Forbes). That number is heavy. Not shocking, but heavy. It should make you stop for a moment and really think about what everyday life looks like for…
What social media flexing reveals about the human needs we’re not meeting offline Every time you scroll through your feed, you see them. The perfectly framed vacation photo. The luxury car casually positioned in the driveway. The designer bag that “just arrived.” The promotion announcement with…
Increase Your Productivity and Health: 5 Things To Get Done Early In The Day is a practical, energizing guide that helps readers structure their mornings for maximum performance. Each chapter breaks down a foundational habit—hydration, meditation, movement, learning, and gratitude—and explains how completing these early unlocks…
The Importance of Traveling Alone: Just Go is a reflective, empowering guide that shows readers how solo travel can unlock identity, clarity, and emotional renewal. Each chapter explores a different benefit—from mental health to self-discovery to decision-making—revealing how time alone in a new environment transforms your…