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Full disclosure: I’ve been a Buffalo Sabres fan for as long as I can remember. My dad took me to games when I was a little kid, and Sabres hockey has been in my blood ever since. Nothing against the Bills — I love them — but for me, it has always been hockey. Growing up in Buffalo, our neighborhood was packed with kids my age. We played street hockey constantly. I was the goalie. My gear was… let’s call it creative . A baseball glove. A catcher’s chest protector. Sometimes a

I’m not big on dramatic New Year’s resolutions. I’ve tried them. They usually involve spreadsheets, sudden personality changes, and a level of optimism that does not survive for very long. Turns out, that’s not a personal flaw—it’s a pattern. Research consistently shows that New Year’s resolutions fail early and often : About 80% of resolutions fail by mid-February  (U.S. News & World Report) Roughly 25% of people abandon resolutions within the first two weeks The most common

I recently spent two hours with a team that works in one of the highest-stress professions you can imagine. Their days move quickly, their decisions carry real weight, and they rarely get the luxury of slowing down. Which is why this session—two hours of genuine connection and shared laughter—was far more meaningful than it may sound on the surface. The Power of Being in the Same Room The moment the group gathered in person, something shifted. You could feel people relax. Sho

Sometimes a story doesn’t need a moral. It doesn’t have to be about leadership, perseverance, or growth. It can just be a reminder that life is full of strange, delightful moments that make you smile — and maybe remember who you used to be. I am Gen X to the core. I remember exactly  where I was when The Smurfs  first aired in 1981. I was eight years old (yes, you now know how old I am), and Saturday mornings were for cereal and cartoons, as opposed to coffee and contemplatio

The energy in the room reminded all of us that sometimes, the most powerful leadership development happens when you’re simply having fun.

A successful team thrives when each person’s strengths are recognized, supported, and fully utilized.

The best teams don’t just perform—they endure, adapt, and have fun doing it.

Build a culture of genuine appreciation, and your team will give back tenfold.

Whether you’re coaching a football team or leading a business, culture drives results.

The goal isn't just to be brief; it's to be meaningfully brief.

The beauty of “Fortunately, Unfortunately.” It’s not just a game—it’s a playful way to practice one of the most important leadership skills: choosing how we see things.

Not every moment needs to be a profound, shareable epiphany. Sometimes, it's okay for things to just be.

Sometimes, all it takes is a simple, shared moment of pure silliness that creates team connections that are priceless.

"Yes, And" isn't about ignoring challenges; it's about acknowledging them and then actively seeking a path forward.

When you dig a little deeper than "what do you do," you unlock a whole new level of connection, trust, and frankly, fun.