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Passion: Articles that deal with the inner drive that we all need to want to MOVE from where we currently are to where we dream to be.
Preparation: These posts reference articles, books, documentaries, speakers, quotes, and other inspirational and formative ideas that I have found that helped me and the people around me.
Practice: Articles in this category have a heavy sports and performance training lean.
Performance: These articles focus on how you go about your work. From networking to communications to finding a better way to do what you do.
Perseverance: Articles in this category speak to the mechanics that we go through both mentally and physically to stay on track and not get STUCK.
Growth Requires Letting Go
Growth has become one of the most misunderstood words in leadership. Mention growth inside a boardroom, locker room, or small business, and the conversation almost always turns toward adding something. More employees. More products. More meetings. More technology. More customers. More equipment. More marketing. More ideas. We naturally assume that bigger is better because growth has become synonymous with accumulation.
The problem is that addition and growth are not always the same thing.
Some organizations slowly suffocate under the weight of everything they refuse to eliminate. Every new initiative gets added without removing an old one. Every new product line is layered on top of another. Every meeting stays on the calendar because "we've always done it that way." Every process remains in place because no one wants to question whether it still serves a purpose. Eventually, the organization becomes so complicated that it spends more time managing itself than serving the people it exists to help.
Unlocking the Secrets of Rest
Sleep is not just a time to recharge my body; it is a powerful force that shapes my mental, emotional, and physical well-being. If you can’t do anything else to take care of yourself—workout, eat right, walk, do yoga, hydrate—getting a full night's rest will be a bridge to staying healthy.
Navigating the Stages of Professional Development: From Arrogance to Innovation
Every professional career journey is marked by distinct stages, each with its own challenges and rewards. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned veteran, understanding these stages can transform your approach to growth and development. I have found that there are three distinct stages that you go through the longer you stay in a profession: the New Worker, the Experienced Worker, and the Seasoned Worker. Each stage presents unique opportunities for learning and self-improvement that can elevate your career from arrogance to becoming an innovator.
Moving On: It’s Okay to Outgrow People
Are you still friends with people you were friends with five years ago or ten years ago? Why not?
Growth isn’t always linear; it can be messy and unpredictable. We may evolve in different directions from friends or family members who were once the most essential parts of our lives. This divergence doesn’t necessarily signify a failure in those relationships but indicates individual paths moving in different directions.