by David Brown | Feb 4, 2025 | Insight, Journal, Leadership, Thoughts |
Have you ever thought about why your organization exists? It may seem like an odd question, but it’s a vital one. Just ask Satya Nedella, CEO of Microsoft. The moment he took charge, he posed this question to his team not just for introspection but as a fascinating...
by David Brown | Jan 28, 2025 | Blog, Business / Entrepreneurship, HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth |
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a seasoned executive, or a leader in public safety, understanding how to cultivate leadership skills internally can be the one competitive advantage you are missing. I remember years ago touring The Ohio State University’s...
by David Brown | Jan 21, 2025 | Insight, Journal |
We talk about ghosts. Not the past. Not our departed friends, family, or loved ones. But, the ghosts we create in our minds. The little goblins that give us doubt. They suck the joy away from us. They make us overthink. Ghosts stop us from living. Full stop. The only...
by David Brown | Jan 14, 2025 | Leadership, Personal Growth |
I’ve posted here about my journey as a parent. At the time of writing this (July 2024), my little ones are still toddlers. I truly believe that having them has made me a better person. But what makes a great leader? Is it their ability to inspire a team or their...
by David Brown | Jan 7, 2025 | How-To, Journal, Personal Growth |
Lately, I’ve noticed that there is an influx of ‘hacks’ from ‘productivity influencers.’ There seems to be a shortcut for nearly everything on earth. Some way to take an easy way out, regardless of the need. Shaving seconds here, shaving...
by David Brown | Dec 31, 2024 | Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth |
Life presents us with opportunities to learn and grow every day. However, the lessons often hide in plain sight, waiting for us to notice. By maintaining our awareness, we can uncover the hidden lessons and grow. During my typical morning commute, the sky was...
by David Brown | Dec 24, 2024 | How-To, Insight, Leadership, Productivity, Thoughts |
Businesses make plans. Groups, non-profits, schools, or any functioning club, organization, and gathering of people all come up with plans. They develop a vision. All of these organizations take time out of their otherwise productive time to sit and think. The...
by David Brown | Dec 17, 2024 | How-To, HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth |
Ever felt like your innovative thoughts are crashing against an impenetrable wall at your workplace? Like you’re scaling Everest to persuade your colleagues? You’re in good company. That nagging frustration and sense of being undervalued—it’s both...
by David Brown | Dec 10, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Thoughts |
Have you ever wondered, “Is there a method to thriving amidst the chaos?” or “How can I keep going when the going gets impossibly tough?” Well, believe it or not, there is an approach designed for just that. Ikigai is a Japanese concept meaning...
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...
