Posts Tagged ‘Personal Development’
Leadership Isn’t About Being in Charge — It’s About What People Feel Around You
Most people think leadership is about being in charge. It’s not. It’s about being responsible for the energy in the room. I’ve seen incredibly talented teams struggle, not because they lacked skill, but because the environment felt heavy. Unclear expectations. No trust. No room to grow. I’ve also seen average teams do extraordinary things because…
Read MoreWhy Building Other People’s Legacies Is the Real Direction of Leadership
A personal reflection on why real leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about building others. A Story of Direction, Mentorship, and Legacy with Michael Earls
Read MoreMy Cup, Your Cup, and the Tea Story That Hit Me Different
A reflection on the Zen story of the overflowing teacup, leadership, gratitude, and learning how to pour into others while still staying open to growth.
Read MoreAlignment
A reflection on alignment, life lessons, and how consistent practice — inspired by Vegas, Zac Brown, and Master Shi Heng Yi — helps us recognize the signs guiding our growth.
Read MoreThe Power of Small Starts: Momentum Over Motivation
Early morning Orangetheory-style scene — a runner lacing up shoes in the dark, orange glow from gym lights in the distance, faint sunrise breaking through. The contrast between darkness and warmth symbolizes discipline and consistency.
Read MoreGuiding Others Without Losing Yourself
Leadership: A Journey of Balance Over the past week, we’ve discussed finding direction and recalibrating our compass when life shifts. Both are inward journeys — learning how to listen, reflect, and realign. I want to turn the compass outward. Because leadership isn’t just about following your own North Star — it’s about helping others find…
Read MoreCalibrating the Compass: When Goals Shift and Life Changes
Even with all our devices, maps, and alerts, we often feel off course. That’s because direction isn’t just external; it’s internal. It’s about aligning what the world says you should do with what your inner compass wants.
Read MoreResilience in the Reset: Starting Again After a Setback
Resilience isn’t about never falling—it’s about resetting, learning, and moving forward stronger in running, leadership, and life.
Read MoreWorking with Others: The Power of Connection
Growth doesn’t happen all at once, and it rarely occurs alone. You can train, work, and even fight through challenges on your own, but the most profound breakthroughs often come when you connect with others.
Read MoreWhat are your superpowers?
There’s a scene where one boy asks the other: “What’s your superpower?” It made me pause.
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