Albert Einstein is considered by many to be one of the most significant scientific experts of all time. He’s also famed for the quote, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results.” Every January, I think about this quote. I also think about the countless leaders I’ve witnessed over theRead more
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It’s National Underdog Day; a day I’ve been looking forward to since September. I can practically see the confusion on your face as you question why I’ve been excited about this day for three months, so I’ll just get right to it. You don’t have to look far to find sports headlines or movies centeredRead more
Did you know that September 16 is recognized as National Tradesmen Day? It’s only fitting this day would coincide with an exciting day in my professional career, as I’ve always had a blue-collar, tradesman mindset. I grew up in Appleton, Wisconsin with Greek immigrant parents. They came to the United States in 1970 in theRead more
The end of August is upon us, and that can only mean one thing – school is near, if not already underway. If you’re a parent, you understand how pivotal this month is in a kid’s life. The new school year brings new teachers, friendships and opportunities, but more consistently brings a whole lot ofRead more
Every year in late spring, Maria and I plant seeds in our garden with the hope of harvesting our first yield right around now. Over the years, I’ve found gardening to be such a rewarding experience, and interestingly enough, an experience that reminds me a lot of business. I know what you’re thinking – whatRead more
For the better part of my sports career, through playing and now coaching, the idea of having a short memory has been drilled into me. It seems counterintuitive, as memory, in particular having a good memory, is such a positive attribute, but hear me out. In sports, having a short memory really just means don’tRead more
Today really snuck up on me. Father’s Day is such a wonderful holiday and a day to honor and cherish all the father figures in our lives, but today is also the first day in 50 years that my dad isn’t here with me to celebrate. Since his passing, I’ve struggled to talk or writeRead more
From a leadership perspective, there are few things more important than taking care of your people. Whether you’re an executive, coach, mentor or any other role that oversees others, part of your unspoken responsibilities is to do right by others. This means fostering an environment of inclusivity, connection, and camaraderie. A safe space where teammatesRead more
I’ve grappled with the idea of this post for the last couple of weeks. Matter of fact, I think I’ve retyped this opening sentence at least thirty times. You see, grief is an emotion that knows no limits. I’ve often heard grief described as ocean waves; sometimes calm, almost serene. Other times, relentless and brutal.Read more
Every Christmas for the past 19 years or so, my family has participated in the Greek tradition of baking Kouloura; a sweet, ceremonial bread. My dad, having begun his career as a baker in 1944, has always been the one to both bake and cut the bread. Inside the Kouloura is a hidden coin, andRead more