by David Brown | Feb 11, 2025 | Blog, HumanFirst, Insight, Leadership, Personal Growth, Thoughts |
Ever notice how life’s lessons sometimes come from the most ordinary places? Recently, I read Seth Godin’s blog about his take on car dents. You know the scenario – you get a massive dent in your car, and there’s no question about what to do....
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 | 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...
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...
