Category: Leadership & Influence

Leadership, communication, integrity, accountability, mentoring, workplace lessons, influence, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

When Conversation Dies: Cognitive Dissonance and the Death of Dialogue

March 6, 2026

There was a time when disagreement didn’t automatically mean division. People could sit across from one another, offer a different viewpoint, and still leave the table with mutual respect. You didn’t have to win every conversation. You didn’t have to convert the other person. You simply exchanged ideas, sharpened your thinking, and moved forward. That … More When Conversation Dies: Cognitive Dissonance and the Death of Dialogue

Billy Graham and Charlie Kirk: Two Voices, One Mission

September 23, 2025

History has always shown us that God raises up voices in every generation. They don’t all look the same, speak the same, or reach the same audiences. But when you step back, you can see the same Spirit moving in different ways to accomplish His will. Different Methods, Same Gospel Billy Graham stood before stadiums … More Billy Graham and Charlie Kirk: Two Voices, One Mission

You Already Have a Brand, You Just Haven’t Claimed It Yet

August 6, 2025

I never set out to build a “brand.” I didn’t wake up one day and decide, “You know what, I think I’ll become a personal development coach, write a few books, and try to help people transform their lives.” Honestly, I was just trying to survive. Trying to find meaning in the mess. Trying to … More You Already Have a Brand, You Just Haven’t Claimed It Yet

If They’re Listening, Let’s Make It Count

July 31, 2025

How Ads, Phones, and Predictive Tech Have Redefined Free Will (and Maybe How to Trick It) “I never searched for that.”“I only mentioned it in a phone call.”“Now it’s showing up in my ads.” If you’ve said this, congratulations, you’re officially living in the world of surveillance capitalism, where predictive algorithms know you better than … More If They’re Listening, Let’s Make It Count

Digital Divide: Why Older Generations Trust Too Much and Younger Generations Trust Nothing

June 17, 2025

The strange, shifting reality of truth in the age of social media There’s an unsettling paradox happening right now in our world. People over 40 seem to believe almost everything they see online.People under 40 seem to believe almost nothing at all.And somewhere in the middle, the truth is getting lost. It’s not about intelligence. … More Digital Divide: Why Older Generations Trust Too Much and Younger Generations Trust Nothing

Christian Leadership: A Call to Purpose, Growth, and Impact

February 27, 2025

Leadership is a divine calling that requires wisdom, character, and an unwavering commitment to both spiritual and practical principles. In my book, Principles of Leadership: Secular and Theological Significances That Define Success and Growth, I explore the foundational aspects of leadership that bridge the gap between faith and effective leadership in all aspects of life. … More Christian Leadership: A Call to Purpose, Growth, and Impact

Leaders are Readers

September 12, 2023

One of my favorite quotes comes from Gary Williams in his book “Heart of a Lion: The Leadership of Lt. Michael P. Murphy, U.S. Navy Seal.” For those familiar with the book and movie “Lone Survivor,” you will remember Michael Murphy as the team leader who sacrificed himself to make the call for help when … More Leaders are Readers