Marc and I have a secret trick that we use whenever we move, go on vacation, or take on a big house project. We always keep a deck of cards nearby. Our cards of choice include UNO, Skip-Bo, or a standard deck that we can play Cribbage with. We don’t always play, but...
When Marc and I first used the phrase “co-pilgrims on an unknown journey together, for an unspecified length of time,” we didn’t realize how deeply true that language would become. We used it lightly at first — a poetic alternative to “dating.” Over time, it has...
This article is part of a larger series exploring leadership with a journey mindset. Journeys invite us to see leadership not as a fixed destination, but as an unfolding process—one that begins with possibility, moves through challenges, and opens up new perspectives...
As we enter the final stretch of 2025, leaders everywhere are asking: how can we finish the year well? For many, the temptation is to push harder and do more. But our Quadrant 3 Leadership (Q3LC) alumni know that sustainable success doesn’t come from frantic activity....
When patients visit your medical practice, they see your front-office staff members and their physicians. What they don’t see is all the work that goes on behind the scenes that ensures your practice continues to run smoothly and in compliance with local and federal...
Introducing A Blog Series from Emily When Marc and I began “dating,” we were both tangled in a web of well-meaning but toxic purity culture expectations. High achievers to the core, we were doing our best to follow all the right rules—but rarely checked in with our...
In many industries across both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, remote and hybrid work environments are the new normal. However, keeping employees engaged when they aren’t coming into the office every day has remained a consistent challenge for all types of...
I recently was talking with a CEO who said something that stuck with me: “Marc, I spend my days solving everyone else’s problems, but who do I talk to about mine?” Sound familiar? Leadership is lonely. You’re expected to have all the answers,...
Talent acquisition has always been a key driver of organizational success, but it has become increasingly complex in recent years. To keep up, companies must adapt how they attract and hire talent. After all, employees today seek more than just a paycheck—they want...
Many small businesses struggle to navigate the peaks and valleys in demand for their products and services throughout the year. Allocating staff during peak times can feel chaotic and overwhelming, while stretching your cash reserves during lulls in business requires...
