New roles don’t beat us—the voice in our head does. Quiet that enemy, and the ground gets steady. Days 1–30 — Earn Permission.Show up curious. Learn names, maps, and pain points. On my first command, a senior sergeant said, “Know the people before the plan.” He was right. Ask, listen, take notes. Serve first. Days … More The first 90 days
Researchers have identified a growing trend of employees experiencing negative behaviors in the workplace. A landmark study by Schat, Frone, and Kelloway in 2006 reported that 41.4% of U.S. workers, approximately 47 million individuals, encountered psychological antagonism at work over the past year. Similarly, a U.S. government survey of federal employees found that 13% witnessed … More Transforming Negative Work Environments
You might feel like you’re not enough, even after years of effort. Here’s the truth: every master was once a disaster. It’s not about feeling ready; it’s about stepping up, even when you don’t feel like it. Your worth isn’t diminished just because you can’t see it. Keep pushing; you’ve got this! Imposter syndrome? You’re … More Crushing Imposter Syndrome: From Self-Doubt to Unstoppable Confidence
MAIN IDEA: (Control) Your Attitude In my autobiography, I discussed five life-changing principles that have significantly shaped my life over the first sixty years. The first principle states, “Attitude can determine your altitude in life. It’s a determinant of success and ability.” The core principles I have learned throughout my life, from my upbringing and … More Attitude as a Key Factor in Success and Ability
The famous political economist and author Lester Thurow points out that in a competitive world, you have two possibilities: “You can lose, or if you want to win, you can change.” Once you develop a plan and put it into action, you’re not finished; your success lies within the journey. As you begin to walk … More Success is no easy journey
