The Essence of Effective Leadership Leadership isn’t just about managing a team; it’s about inspiring and enabling people to achieve collective goals. It’s a skill that demands continuous learning and adaptation, especially as your business grows and dynamics shift. My journey through military training, officer leadership roles, and entrepreneurship has ingrained a deep appreciation for […]
Better Human Business Podcast
126: Do The Hard Things: Good Kids, Good Dogs, Good Businesses…
The Unavoidable Reality of Hard Things Recently, my family and I welcomed a new member—a German Shorthaired Pointer, renowned for its energy and intelligence. This addition has brought immense joy but also a significant responsibility. Training this dog requires consistent effort, patience, and time—elements that are universally necessary whether you’re raising a pet, building a […]
125: Benjamin Franklin’s Blueprint for a Lasting Legacy
What Does Legacy Mean to Me? Legacy is not about achieving fame or having my name etched in stone. For me, legacy is about the values I instill and the example I set for my children and those around me. It’s about ensuring that the lessons I teach, the love I share, and the integrity […]
124: What are the chances of you doubling your business?
Understanding Probability in Business Recently, I found myself playing a game of coin flipping with my two boys. The goal was simple: see who could get the most consecutive heads. While the expected outcome over many flips should hover around a 50/50 split between heads and tails, something extraordinary happened—my son William managed to flip […]
123: My Dream Car!
The Story of the “Captain’s Car” In military culture, there’s a tradition known as the “captain’s car,” where officers typically upgrade their vehicles upon promotion to captain, thanks to the significant pay raise that comes with the rank. Instead of going for a flashy new car, my “captain’s car” was an old Volkswagen Cabriolet—affectionately nicknamed […]