The Tradition ContinuesI 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...
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...
26 for '26Diet 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...
Stay In Your LaneI drove nearly 1,000 miles on US interstates this weekend and realized something simple. Once you depart, there are a lot of distractions between you and your destination.What (or who) do I listen to?Which route do I take?When should...
Once you depart, there are a lot of distractions between you and your destination. Staying focused on your lane matters more than ever.
Apple, Meta, and Your Local Grocery StoreMany iPhone users just had another iOS update pushed to their devices.The engineers at Meta seem to constantly tinker with the way Facebook and Instagram look and behave.And if your local grocery store hasn’t...
Your phone updated. Your favorite app changed. And somehow the peanut butter moved aisles again. The reminder? Protect the systems you can control.
Having Reservations About the SystemImagine you are flying into a city and have a rental car reserved. You plan to take that car to an engagement two hours away.Now imagine arriving at the rental car facility only to hear the words no traveler wants...
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.
A reminder that construction zones never last forever. Build the systems now so the road ahead feels smooth and open in the new year.
Patience and persistence create progress. Keep planting, watering, and showing up. Faith in the process will always lead to a harvest worth celebrating.
Some heroes are born in the spotlight. Others create their own. This week’s message is about being ready when your moment arrives.
This week, skip the superstition and chase the opportunities. You might just find those black cats are bringing the purr-fect kind of luck your way.
Sometimes life serves up stress instead of salsa. This week’s reminder? Stop worrying about what you can’t control and enjoy the good stuff… with extra cheese on top.