Protecting whom?

The decision is made. Workforce reductions. Necessary for survival. But here’s where we fool ourselves. We announce the cuts, then add a generous notice period because we “care.” Three months, sometimes more. Time to find their next opportunity, we...

Connection over collection

I’ve been watching this happen for years now, and I’m guilty of it too, with the blog. We count followers like we’re keeping score. We measure engagement rates. We celebrate when the number ticks up and worry when it flatters. But here’s what...

The generational myth

We’ve become skilled at creating labels. Boomers. Gen X. Millennials. Gen Z. Each comes with its own caricature, its own set of assumptions. The older generation complains that the younger won’t work. The younger generation resents being told they’re...

Profitable but not valuable

We confuse the two constantly. A profitable company this quarter. A company built for enduring value. They sound similar enough that we nod and move forward as if they’re interchangeable. They’re not. Profitability is what shows up on your P&L....

Lean into questions

We’re addicted to the big reveal. The moment when everything clicks. When the consultant presents slide forty-seven, it suddenly all makes sense. However, the breakthrough doesn’t come from finding better answers. It comes from better questions. You...

When walking isn’t walking

A walk means something different to everyone. To you, it’s a purposeful stride. To them, a leisurely meander. Same word. Different worlds. Before you resent their pace, pause. What are they optimizing for? Connection? Solitude? Fresh air? Your agenda isn’t...