by David Brown | Dec 3, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth, Thoughts |
Leadership is often viewed through the narrow lens of productivity and performance. We see our team members for a fraction of their day, judge them based on metrics and deliverables, and attempt to mold their behavior to fit our expectations. But what if we’re...
by David Brown | Nov 26, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Journal, Thoughts |
While scrolling on my phone, I stumbled upon a captivating podcast. It was a biography of Benjamin Franklin, a subject that might take time to spark interest. However, the podcast’s unique and unexpected perception of Franklin intrigued me, drawing me in. The...
by David Brown | Nov 19, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Journal, Thoughts, Travel |
Seated in this bustling airport, the stark contrast of the people I’ve encountered here is striking. From the harried business traveler to the boisterous vacationing family, airports serve as a microcosm of human behavior. Yet, what truly captivates me is the...
by David Brown | Nov 12, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth, Productivity, Thoughts |
The emergency response and leadership sectors are environments where the volume of training versus its quality is a constant dialogue. What if I told you that focusing on the bulk (quantity) of training, rather than the perfection of training, could enhance your skill...
by David Brown | Nov 5, 2024 | How-To, HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth |
Ever feel like your edge is slipping away as you get older? You’re not alone. While we’re all familiar with the trajectory of our physical abilities, our mental acuity also goes through its peaks and valleys. What if I told you there’s a way to...
by David Brown | Oct 29, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Journal, Personal Growth, Thoughts |
A few years ago, I tackled the concept of what people deserve a blog post. It’s a topic that stirs plenty of emotions, swinging between the joy of earned rewards and the bitterness of perceived injustices. Think about it—didn’t get that promotion you thought you...
by David Brown | Oct 22, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership |
It’s pretty standard for leaders or aspiring leaders to strive for improvement. Leadership is a skill that many may not have initially anticipated needing. Often, individuals are hired with the primary goal of being effective contributors to their organizations....
by David Brown | Oct 15, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth, Thoughts |
Preparedness isn’t just for the ‘preppers’ out there. It is for the leaders and aspiring leaders. I was listening to a podcast from the former CEO of Netflix. He was talking about company culture and how Netflix turned an idea into a successful...
by David Brown | Oct 8, 2024 | Business / Entrepreneurship, HumanFirst, Leadership, Personal Growth, Thoughts |
Here is an unpopular fact: your idea isn’t always the best. In the modern workplace, we are problem solvers. Ironically, a lot of the problems we are trying to solve are self-induced. Yet, that is the way of organizational culture. Problem-solving is a function...
by David Brown | Oct 1, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Thoughts |
Effective leadership is often perceived as a collection of skills and qualities necessary for guiding a team or organization toward success. However, my personal experiences have enlightened me that the most crucial aspect of effective leadership is something much...
