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Connection is a bit like money. If you have enough of it, you take it for granted. But when you’re…

In recent months, I’ve been thinking a lot about execution. The concept has recurred lately in various projects, decisions, and…

When drafting a piece for the Emergent blog, I tend to use the voice-to-text function on my iPhone and then…

My colleague Erika Davis and I were recently guests on Alex Canavan’s podcast, Cultivate. Alex is an impressive young leader…

In the dynamic world of leadership development, we do not operate in a vacuum. We are constantly being acted upon…

For much of my adult life, there’s been a voice in my head. It’s a voice at once demanding and…

In my upcoming book, there’s a chapter called “Get Out of Your Own Way.” As I teach what I need…

It’s the time of year to set resolutions, and I’ve got mine: Stop resisting what is and grasping at what…

A 1977 brochure introducing the Apple II computer said, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” It takes a lot of hard…

As we reflect on the accomplishments and milestones of 2023, it is with pride and gratitude that we share some…

All of a sudden it’s the holiday season! The ground is frozen and white. The skies are dark before the…

“There is something about the power of our consciousness, of our soul, that gives us the authority to influence the…

The changing of the season often brings about changes in us. Holiday breaks afford us the opportunity for strategic pauses,…

If you know me, you know that I'm a fan of the Buffalo Bills. And you can guess how I…

Those of you who know me know I’m not afraid of broaching controversial topics, and today I’ll be discussing one…

I’ve been a sports fan my entire life, but recently my interest has waned. The money is really getting out…

When I first heard the phrase, “Leaders bring the weather,” it brought me back to wrestling practice in high school…

At Emergent, we often discuss the transformative power of gratitude.  True gratitude is much more than a polite gesture. It…