Problem-solving
The Trauma REBOOT Effect
“Taylor Swift has her effect, and so does Trauma REBOOT.” One premise of REBOOT Recovery is that, “We impact each other, like it or not.” A more academic way of saying it is that Trauma REBOOT creates Exponential Healing. Every graduate has a life outside of Trauma REBOOT that extends throughout the community. The healing…
Read MoreWhat Help Do CEO’s Need?
“The affected group normally knows best what they need.” I like to conduct some research on a topic before I share my curated thoughts. Research on this subject required more effort than I expected. The results of my Google search, “What do CEOs need help with?”, were a series of articles that provided input to…
Read MoreCEO Professional Development: I’m No Superperson
Long ago, as a junior leader, I learned that, “Everything I know is not everything there is to know.” Fast forward 15 years to when I became a CEO; this maxim was even more prevalent. There was much more to know, leading 400 versus leading 40. The number of moving pieces, the complexity of problems,…
Read MoreRebranding: Rejuvenating Your Business, Part II
“Every organization has a brand, whether they created it or not.” There’s almost nothing better than having positive brand recognition. Unfortunately for many companies, their negative reputation has become their sullied brand. Some publicity or exposure is not always better than none. Businesses can sometimes share a few human characteristics: They can evolve and grow…
Read MoreRebranding: Rejuvenating Yourself and Your Business, Part I
“Everyone has a brand, whether they know it or not.” Many people do not realize that everyone has a brand. The unfortunate part is that your brand may not truly convey who you are. According to the American Marketing Association, branding is “the process of creating a unique identity for your business that resonates with…
Read MoreThe “Just Because You’re Black” Question
“Some things can only be learned from experience.” Great titles are a competitive advantage for writers and authors. Some would say that my title, “The ‘Just Because You’re Black’ Question,” is great but might be provocative. This could even be considered causing trouble, but much like the late, great John Lewis, I cause ‘Good…
Read MoreCritical Thinking: How to Stay Engaged
Thinking Critically Through the Noise. That’s what it’s really about. With distractions all around us, sometimes it may be difficult to find the peace and quiet to think. So, how do you sift through all the noise to think critically? In this short audiogram, I share four thoughts passed down from father to son on how to…
Read MoreAuthor Ego: The Scammers’ Best Tool
“Compliments can get you the world.” Dr. Burl Randolph, Jr. Everyone likes to receive compliments. Compliments humble some people, while they create hubris in others. Authors refer to compliments as book reviews. Whether formal or informal, any positive feedback on their work is received with gratitude for the platitudes. Surely, there must be more…
Read MoreReducing the Fog of War
“Limited experience and education can lead to limited expertise.” I believe the current Secretary of Defense used a phrase last week that requires clarification. The comment was, “The thing was on fire. It was exploded in fire and smoke. You can’t see it,” he said, adding: “This is called the fog of war.” The last…
Read MoreOh, SNAP! Meet the Challenge
Many people are currently struggling without support from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP. The goal is to ensure that our government workers and others impacted by the Government Shutdown do not go hungry. It will take all of us to meet this challenge. Iowa’s Initiative On Thursday, October 30, 2025, “Governor…
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