by David Brown | Nov 14, 2022 | Leadership, Personal Growth |
The demands of being a first responder leader can be overwhelming. You are constantly needed by others and are expected to be available at a moment’s notice. This leaves little room for anything else, let alone time to focus on your well-being. It’s no...
by David Brown | Nov 10, 2022 | Business / Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Personal Growth |
As a leader, you are always looking for ways to motivate and inspire your team. You want them to follow you into battle, no matter the odds. And one of the best ways to do that is by being willing to sacrifice your time, effort, and energy. You will earn their respect...
by David Brown | Oct 31, 2022 | Insight, Personal Growth |
A midlife crisis is often spoken about in negative terms. It’s a time of uncertainty, self-doubt, and even depression. But what if we looked at midlife crises differently? What if, instead of viewing them as a period of turmoil, we saw them as an opportunity for...
by David Brown | Oct 31, 2022 | Insight, Journal, Personal Growth
There are many ways to answer the question, Who are you living for? Looking at it from an altruistic perspective, we could say that we live to serve our communities. Answering the question from a parent’s lens, we could say that we live to provide and support...
by David Brown | Oct 17, 2022 | Business / Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Personal Growth |
Becoming a mentor can benefit both the mentor and the mentee. Mentors often enjoy a sense of satisfaction from helping others reach their potential. In addition, mentoring can help keep you sharp and up-to-date on industry trends, as you constantly learn new things...
by David Brown | Oct 10, 2022 | Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth |
Years ago, I stumbled upon a book titled Dumb Luck and the Kindness of Strangers. Despite the fact that the book is primarily about fly-fishing, the title of the book has long since stuck with me. The simple fact in life is that we need other people. We were not meant...