Growing up in Indiana, where college basketball reigns supreme, the first weekend of March Madness always felt like a holiday in my hometown. I still remember filling out brackets as a six-year-old, cheering on our Hoosiers, and rushing home after school to watch as many...
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As Valentine's Day approaches, we can all recall those cringe-worthy "first date" scenarios where the person across the table seems more interested in themselves than in getting to know you. Unfortunately, a similar dynamic can unfold in the workplace, with narcissistic tendencies causing strife throughout...
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Every year, on the day after the NFL regular season ends, a notorious event occurs: Black Monday. This day is infamous for the mass turnover of coaches across the league, many of whom are let go due to not meeting expectations. While it's undoubtedly a...
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One of the most persistent challenges leaders face is securing their teams' buy-in for new ideas, especially those that break away from the established norms. We may hold the vision for the future and feel responsible for pushing our organizations forward but achieving success hinges...
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“If you had to identify in one word the reason why the human race has not achieved – and will not achieve — its full potential, that word would be… meetings.” - Dave Berry, Pulitzer Prize Winner We all have our share of anecdotes and experiences when it...
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As Halloween approaches, we're reminded that a little observation can go a long way. In recent years, Ring video doorbells have quietly begun to influence the dynamics of Halloween. In 2021, Ring shared intriguing data collected from its surveillance systems on this holiday. According to their...
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Putting the 'Success' Back into Succession Last month, Rupert Murdoch, the 92-year-old media mogul, revealed that he is stepping down as chairman of Fox Corporation and News Corp. and that his 52-year-old son Lachlan will succeed him. This news comes as no surprise, as Lachlan...
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Nobody aspires to be a Bill Lumbergh – the infamous micromanager boss portrayed in Office Space. Yet, sometimes, without even realizing it, we can slip into the role of a micromanager, stifling our team's potential and fostering frustration. A few weeks ago, Harvard Business Review shared...
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Fifteen years have passed since the fateful day when Lehman Brothers, one of the most prominent investment banks in the world, filed for bankruptcy on September 15, 2008. This event marked the onset of the global financial crisis, a cataclysmic event that shook the world's...
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Deion Sanders, known affectionately as "Coach Prime" by his players, has taken the college football scene by storm in the past year. With his magnetic charisma, unwavering commitment to success, and a track record of building winning teams, Colorado University brought him on board to...
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