Survival drives us more than anything else. History is littered with stories of people betraying their own allies, lying without remorse, twisting judicial systems, and committing unspeakable acts—all in the name of survival. The evidence is everywhere; we just have...
True leaders stay open and curious!
If I’m serious about my health, I won’t just assume I’m fine—I’ll get regular blood tests, track my results, and look for any risks or opportunities that need my attention. But if I’m ignorant? My story is simple: I feel fine, so why bother? No tests, no...
Our blind spots!
We're all caught up in the daily grind, seeing only what’s right in front of us—because that’s what we’ve been conditioned to believe. SLAs, KPIs, reports… we track what we’ve always tracked. And it makes sense—keep it simple, right? The problem is, this simplified...
The story I tell myself makes all the difference!
When a door closes in front of me, frustration hits first—that part is easy. The hard part is pulling myself together, standing tall, and choosing the right narrative. Maybe that closed door is a sign that my path lies elsewhere. Or maybe it’s just a test of my...
Fake it or own it!
As leaders, we often find ourselves in uncharted waters, with no clear map or compass. Yet, those who follow us expect confidence, direction, and certainty. When faced with the unknown, we have two choices: fake it or own it. We can pretend to have all the answers, or...
Best time to rethink our direction!
It’s natural to get stuck in what we’ve been doing for a long time—players keep practicing their sport, CEOs stay busy running their businesses, and project managers move from one project to the next. But when something disrupts our routine—like losing a job, work...
Clarity about what we need is empowering!
Clarity about what we need is empowering. For example, are we looking for the best answer, or are we trying to get everyone to agree with our answer? These two approaches lead to very different outcomes. If a meeting begins with, “I think we should do X. Do you...
Who are we and who are we becoming?
Influence has the power to blind us, yet it can also open our eyes to endless possibilities—sometimes both at once. We’ve all heard remarkable stories: wealthy individuals giving up everything to become monks, monks stepping into UFC rings, or fighters challenging...
