Context MattersA cold day feels colder in Florida than it does in Ohio.A 45 degree day feels different at the end of winter than it does in late September.Making a long putt for birdie feels a lot different than making a long putt for triple bogey.Be...

Sometimes You’re Exactly Where You Need to Be“For just one day, trust that you are always in the right place at the right time. Do so and your frustrations will turn into peace and gratitude.”~ James Blanchard CisnerosIt could be a busy open house th...

Right place. Right moment. Or at least the right perspective to see it that way.

Wisdom Without a NameMaybe they come from a bumper sticker, or perhaps a wall in a bathroom stall. They might be printed inside a greeting card or show up as a random meme on the web. Wherever they come from, sometimes it’s those unattributed quotes...

Some of the most meaningful advice comes without a signature.

Bobby and His Band Beyond Description"Ripple in still water.When there is no pebble tossedNor wind to blowReach out your hand, if your cup be emptyIf your cup is full, may it be again""Ripple"Robert Hunter/Jerry GarciaThat ripple traveled far beyond...

Some music doesn’t just play in the background of our lives. It ripples through it. This week, one of those ripples grew a little quieter, but the music never really stops.

Taking the Helm: Lessons from the LakeI spent the weekend with a group of amazing people from Coldwell Banker Advantage in Fayetteville, North Carolina, helping facilitate their 2026 Leadership Retreat. After two solid days of meaningful conversation...

A weekend on the lake offered an unexpected leadership lesson and a simple reminder that the best moments, and the best leaders, often show up quietly.

I wrote the post below ten years ago. It seems like yesterday, as this tradition has now reached 20 (or is it 21?) years. It’s always a great way to end the year, so I can consciously begin the new year with a fresh perspective. Like an open road ahe...

Diet Coke is known as “the one thing.”A genie grants three wishes.March Madness ends with the Final Four.In hockey, you’ll get five for fighting. There’s the Magnificent Seven, “Eight Days a Week” by The Beatles, and a cat has nine lives. Ten Command...

Once you depart, there are a lot of distractions between you and your destination. Staying focused on your lane matters more than ever.

Your phone updated. Your favorite app changed. And somehow the peanut butter moved aisles again. The reminder? Protect the systems you can control.

There are weeks when a system does not deliver the result you expect. Travel plans fall apart. Customer service misses the mark. Even selection committees make headlines. This week reminded me why people and teamwork matter more than any system that...

Before the new year kicks off, give yourself the gift of clarity. A simple review of your habits, wins, and gaps can shape a smarter plan for 2026.