Sam Gembel 
I learned that by celebrating the wins – big or small – I was able to break free from the negative thoughts that had been holding me back. This change in mindset became contagious within the company. The team started seeing the good too, and they took on a more positive, proactive approach to their … Read more
“You are who you surround yourself with. If you’re around people who are driven and believe in growth, then you’re more likely to believe in growth yourself.” — Ed Mylett As leaders, we often find ourselves surrounded by people who want to encourage us, cheer us on, and offer praise. While this support is valuable, the … Read more
Leadership isn’t for the faint of heart. If you’re in any sort of leadership role long enough, you’ll face hard decisions, tough conversations, and moments where avoiding conflict might seem like the easier path. But here’s the truth: dodging conflict doesn’t make problems disappear – it allows them to grow into something much worse! If … Read more
“If everything is important, then nothing is. Alignment means focusing on what truly matters.” – Patrick Lencioni Ever wonder why some people wake up fired up to go to work while others dread Mondays? It all comes down to alignment — specifically, three key things that need to line up perfectly for you to love what … Read more
“The way you do one thing is the way you do everything.” — Ed Mylett Leadership isn’t just about sharing knowledge; it’s about modeling behaviors. You can teach your team every best practice there is out there, every skill, and every technical aspect of the job – but at the end of the day, they will … Read more
One of the biggest traps leaders fall into is the Blame/Shift/Trap. It’s the natural reflex to blame external circumstances, shift responsibility to someone else, and ultimately trap yourself in a cycle of excuses and inaction. Here’s the hard truth: nobody is coming to save your ass. The only way out of this trap is to … Read more
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” — Martin Luther King Jr. This timeless reminder in honor of MLK Day underscores the strength and resilience required to lead effectively – especially during tough times! Leadership … Read more
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle The second Friday of the new year, the day where all the “New Year, New Me” hype starts to unravel. The gyms empty out – Leadership books start to collect dust. The fire to chase your goals flickers … Read more
“You can have convenience or you can have growth, but you can’t have both.” – Craig Groeschel Life often presents challenges that can feel inconvenient, uncomfortable, or downright frustrating. However, these moments of inconvenience are often the very crossroads where growth, success, and transformation are forged. If you’re facing something difficult right now, it might … Read more
“The best way to predict the future is to build it.” – Dan Martell As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to reflect on where we’ve been and where we’re going. Leadership isn’t just about setting goals; it’s about daily actions and planting the right seeds for long-term growth. This time of year is … Read more