Leadership
Judgment: The Foundation of Decision-making
Decision-making is rarely an easy task. It requires a great deal of time, talent, energy, and information. During the next few weeks, we will explore the characteristics of decision-making through the wisdom of prominent individuals – some familiar to you, while others may have lived before your time. Regardless, the sage advice they provide is…
Read MoreMilitary Service: The Ultimate Opportunity
“Opportunities Have Expiration Dates.” I am reminded how fleeting opportunities are every time I hear someone say, “I wish I had joined the military, or I wish I had served.” Service to the country can come in many forms, but the military is so unique because, It is the 1% protecting the other 99%. Although…
Read MoreHoning My Humility: Laser Surgery on My Leadership
We often read about the various attributes required of a leader, but what are our criteria? One criterion I have always cherished is humility, because leaders we are appointed, not anointed. While many may find this hard to believe, there is always someone waiting in the wings to take your place. And as consumer advocate Ralph Nadar…
Read MoreAdvanced REBOOT: Trauma Healing at a New Level
Trauma Healing can occur at a new level. Enter, Advanced REBOOT. Trauma healing is a process that does not occur all at once. On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, REBOOT Recovery of the Quad Cities held an Open House for our Trauma REBOOT graduates at our new location at the Historic Johnson School. The graduates who…
Read MoreIt’s Here! ¿Puede Dios Confiarte con Problemas?
¿Puede Dios Confiarte con Problemas? Can God Trust You with Trouble? I am proud to announce the release of Can God Trust You with Trouble?, Spanish edition. This was a long time coming from inception to publication. Comparing the English and Spanish versions to ensure the text flowed smoothly, the correct words were used, and…
Read MoreWho Do You Trust?
Trust is a frequent topic in many organizations. Who do you trust? Once we leave home for the cold, cruel world, we must establish non-familial relationships and, at some point, learn to depend on others. Merriam-Webster defined trust as “assured reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something” (Trust, 2018). Assured…
Read MoreThe Value of Values, Part Deux
Values are always a subject of conversation. Values have always been important at work, in the community, and in business, but even more so today, especially considering political beliefs. What is the value of values? I believe that leadership is how values are instilled, and because I used the term instilled, it may also confirm…
Read MoreA Decade of Leadership
A Decade of Leadership: Dr Burl Randolph Jr. Marks Ten Years of Guiding Business Leaders Forward The Start of Something New. Sometimes, you don’t realize the significance of something until people point it out. This interview was conducted for the International Business Times, and although my military career was a prominent aspect, the focus was…
Read MoreAnd the Winner is…Being the Best in Your Current Role
Success in your current role is the preparation (and audition) for your future role(s). Let that sink in for a moment. As we enter the Oscar season, I am always amazed at how the Academy recognizes people for/in their current role(s): Best Actor or Actress, Director, Supporting Actor or Actress, Picture, Cinematography, etc. It just…
Read MoreBalance: A Leader’s Lament
Every leader laments or grieves over balance. With so much to do and so little time, How do I balance my home life, work, school (in some cases), and community service? How do I maintain my sense of balance? One definition of balance from Google is to: “keep or put (something) in a steady position so that…
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