Should you deep fry everything

The British chippy taught us that anything can be deep-fried. Mars bars, pizza, even ice cream. The oil doesn’t discriminate. But skilled chefs know better. They understand that just because the fryer accepts everything doesn’t mean everything belongs...

The tush-push

The “tush push” became the NFL’s most controversial play. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts lines up behind center. Two teammates plant their hands on his back and drive forward with everything they’ve got. The result? Nearly...

Prioritize time to see clearly

When leaders remain entrenched in day-to-day operations, they lose perspective. Like standing too close to a painting, they see brushstrokes but miss the complete image. Executive coach and leadership expert Michael Bungay Stanier calls this “being in the swamp...

The remote illusion

Remote work promises freedom but demands a silent sacrifice. Home comfort creates a barrier between the messy human interactions that build real careers. History shows us this pattern. When Bell Labs intentionally designed their facilities with long hallways in the...

Win the room

“What’s our strategy again?” I asked this question to three different teams last week—three different companies, three different industries. The responses were similar: awkward silence, vague generalities, and conflicting answers. In one...