Resilient Wednesday Weekly Memo

My parents worked with their heads rather than their hands. Fixing a leaky faucet or jazzing up the walls with a splash of color were tasks they’d outsource to friends—like Al, my father’s entrepreneurial engineer, or my granddad Phil, who was a skilled craftsman, I inherited that same self-assumed ‘clumsiness’—believing I was all thumbs and […]

On Monday, we left the 97 % ers to join the totality group a few hours north of Pittsburgh to witness the total solar eclipse—a profound demonstration of resilience and the awe-inspiring power of nature’s events. The ancients must have been bewildered by an eclipse, perhaps even fearing that the sun would disappear forever, only

In a recent discussion with a savvy courtroom lawyer, he shared his discomfort with his aggressive style. Despite his expertise, he felt trapped in this singular mode of operation. When I suggested the possibility of change, he was skeptical, believing this approach was all he knew how to do. I countered, emphasizing that his true

In a world where everyone seems to be seeking the next big thing, the real question isn’t just about what’s on the horizon; it’s about aligning your journey with your most important values. At the core of every decision, especially when contemplating the next steps in your career, lies the relationship between your personal principles

One of the frequent refrains I hear from clients is that they always feel like they need to get on top of their tasks. When they finish one set of activities, another stares them in the face. This energy drain is a significant factor in how people experience stress, but it also provides us with

Over the last few years, we’ve been navigating the choppy waters of post-pandemic life, with its many changes and adjustments still unfolding. Among the myriad discussions, I stumbled upon a somewhat ridiculous piece on CNN that sheds light on the etiquette reboot required for young professionals easing back into office life. Apparently, people need a

Navigating life’s ups and downs becomes significantly more manageable when you’ve built a substantial balance in your Resilience Bank Account. Just as a financial safety net can be a lifesaver in unexpected expenses or opportunities, a well-stocked reserve of emotional and mental strength is crucial for weathering the challenges that life and work throw our

At times, it seems like my life is teetering on the edge of chaos. I expect that you may feel that way as well, sometimes. While I acknowledge the immense blessings in my life, the day-to-day minutiae often spiral into disorder, courtesy of entropy, that law of physics that drives everything toward degradation. It’s understandable

With my new focus on working with individuals in addition to my corporate consulting, I’ve received several calls from folks regarding their careers and career satisfaction. One new client has been in his role for twenty years, has advanced in his career into a leadership role responsible for scores of people, and finds himself dissatisfied

Hey there, resilient lovers! Valentine’s Day is a day for romantic love. I want to suggest that sometime today, however, we all take a moment to celebrate a different kind of love—the love we have for ourselves and how that fosters our resilience. Resilience is more than just bouncing back from adversity. It also entails