Leadership Insights
I have hundreds of conversations with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders each week. I’m inspired by the people in my world, and our conversations spur my thinking in new and different ways. I’m a constant learner and an avid reader…I find thought triggers everywhere!
In the blog posts here, I’ve captured thoughts, insights and observations from various sources. You might find some a bit irreverent…I hope you find many that are relevant.
I Spent the Afternoon Saving Starfish
Walking on the beach when the tide is out is a beautiful experience. One afternoon, I noticed a tiny somewhat uniquely shaped bulge in the exposed sand. I gently dug around to discover it was a starfish that had been beached by the receding waters. Knowing that starfish cannot survive outside the water, I carefully picked up the sand and the starfish and brought it out to a deeper part of the ocean…
Three Reasons I Love My Work
There are so many reasons that we work: to grow and develop, to learn, to add value, and of course to make money! Throughout your career, you will spend tens of thousands of hours working…so it’s important to love what you do! Here are a few of my top reasons:
Lessons in Leadership from Mr. Buffet (Jimmy, not Warren)
Whaaaat? You’re going to try to tell me that a man whose made a fortune singing about beaches, pirates and margaritas has more to offer? Well…yes. Maybe it’s just because I miss summer. Maybe it’s because I’ve been in too many intense meetings and need a break – but – whatever the impetus, I thought you’d enjoy a few pearls of Buffet wisdom:
High Ropes and High Aspirations
Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in a “high ropes” course. Considering myself relatively healthy, agile and adventurous, I opted for one of the more challenging climbs. As I made my way up…and saw the ground was – in fact – much further away than what it had seemed, I realized that there are some parallels to my ropes adventure and our careers.
Philosophy in Action
For the past four years, my family and I have had the opportunity to travel to Zambia to work with orphan children in the slums of Lusaka, the capitol city. We were assigned to a group of ten boys, ranging in age from 6-10 years old.
Why I coach
People often ask how, or why I became an entrepreneur, and a coach. It’s a thrilling and scary ride. But let me give a bit of context…
Twice in my life I’ve walked away from a lot of money. Money that would have allowed me to retire at a very young age and would have opened up endless possibilities for college options for my kids. Money that would have allowed us to be “that” kind of donor to the causes we support. Money that meant I’d never have to worry about money.