What building, letting go, and choosing life taught Sam Maddula about leadership, values, and what really matters I had the opportunity to sit down with Sam Maddula, a founder whose career does not fit a clean headline. What stood out immediately wasn’t the size of the business he built, but the decisions […]
A reflection on ownership, leadership, and what actually moved the needle this year When you spend a year in conversation with leaders, professionals, and thinkers across industries, as I have through Outside Insights and Placers, you start to notice what actually sticks. Not the trends. Not the headlines. The patterns. And the […]
Staffing Entrepreneur Bob Larson on his Near-Death Experience, Finding Joy in the Craft, and the Simple Power of Being Present. I had the honor of hosting a long-time mentor and friend, Robert Larson, CPC. Bob’s journey is one I’ve followed since the start of my first business, and he even inspired my own […]
This week offers a necessary, intentional break. Use the slower pace to reflect honestly, recharge fully, and set yourself up for a focused, powerful year-end finish. The calendar says it’s Thanksgiving. For most of us, that means a few days off from the daily grind, quality time with family, and a well-deserved break. […]
It’s time to stop drifting and start charting your own course. I had the great fortune of welcoming back Marnie Stockman, Ed.D. and Nick Coniglio, the brilliant minds behind Lead It Like Lasso, to discuss their phenomenal new book, The Business of You: Ask the Right Questions, Tell Your Story, and Lead Your Life. […]
Why Your Network Matters More Than Your Job Title “Your résumé opens doors, but your relationships keep them open.” We spend years perfecting our résumés, polishing bullet points, updating titles, and listing achievements. But here is the truth: your relationships tell a more honest story than your résumé ever could. When you look […]
How a dishwasher became a legendary leader, and why vision, systems, and everyday dignity still win I’ve wanted Ari Weinzweig on the show for a long time. If you don’t know Ari, he co-founded Zingerman’s in Ann Arbor and helped grow a single deli into a whole community of businesses including a bakehouse, […]
Why setting boundaries matters as much as setting goals “The difference between successful people and really successful people is that really successful people say no to almost everything.” — Warren Buffett Most of us have been told to set big, ambitious goals. We’ve read the books, filled the journals, and maybe even posted the […]
Why solitude is a gift, not a punishment This past weekend, my house was quiet for once, as everyone headed in different directions—shopping, the beach, errands. And I realized something surprising: I was actually excited to be alone. For some, that idea is terrifying. They fill the silence with noise and the […]
How John Sanders built Bridgeforce, led through crisis, and found purpose in the long game This week on Outside Insights, I sat down with my good friend John Sanders, founder of Bridgeforce, to talk about what it really takes to build a business that endures. John’s story isn’t about quick wins or […]
