Sacrifice & Service

The Intersections of Life and Leadership

The Intersections of Life and Leadership

Posted On January 25, 2026 | Burdens & Struggles, Dysfunction & Distraction, Recharging & Rest, Sacrifice & Service

The intersections of life and leadership, we have all been there. Congested places where decisions are made to stop, go, or use caution.  Places where there are both internal and external pressures to progress. 
our personal stamp

Our Personal Stamp

Posted On January 11, 2026 | Authenticity & Intentionality, Sacrifice & Service

Putting our personal stamp on someone or something is the ultimate third-party validation tool.  Personal referrals remain one of the most powerful tools in obtaining a job, finding the right contractor, and connecting with the…
others orientated

Others Orientated

Posted On December 21, 2025 | Authenticity & Intentionality, Community Leaders, Humility & Selflessness, Purpose & Passion, Sacrifice & Service

The best leaders are others orientated.  Their purpose points them in the direction of others.  The focus is outward, not inward. 
the real picture

The Real Picture

Posted On August 24, 2025 | Community Leaders, Critics & Haters, Dysfunction & Distraction, Failure & Fear, Heroes & Legends, Humility & Selflessness, Purpose & Passion, Sacrifice & Service, Vision & Dreams

The best way to get the real picture is to keep your feet still and evade emotion. What I learned from my morning read on the Presidential leadership of Dwight D. Eisenhower.
enduring the race

Enduring the Race

Posted On June 22, 2025 | Community Leaders, Critics & Haters, Failure & Fear, Grit & Growth, Humility & Selflessness, Purpose & Passion, Sacrifice & Service

Enduring the race, it’s one of the greatest challenges in life and leadership.  Endurance is one of the most undervalued qualities in a person.  It’s the ability to continue pushing forward when we just want…
their protector

Their Protector

Posted On June 15, 2025 | Burdens & Struggles, Failure & Fear, Family & Experiences, Love & Kindness, Sacrifice & Service

As a father of two kids, I have always been called to be their protector. Leadership has the same calling. It’s a Superpower that is only entrusted to those responsible for the well-being of others.

Silent Sacrificers

Posted On December 30, 2024 | Humility & Selflessness, Sacrifice & Service

This world is built on the backs of silent sacrificers.  I was scrolling through some reels on Instagram this weekend when I heard those two words strung together for the first time…silent and sacrifice.  It…

The Day After

Posted On November 4, 2024 | Community Leaders, Sacrifice & Service

How will your life be impacted the day after the election?  The answer to this question will be grounded in pure emotion.  If your candidate loses, you will likely feel devastated, denied, and discouraged.  If…

Preparing for the Worst

Posted On September 30, 2024 | Sacrifice & Service, Storms & Seasons

The Southeast United States spent last week preparing for the worst.  Hurricane Helene started to form in the Gulf of Mexico early in the week.  Its formation initiated the exercise of preparedness by residents, communities,…

Crossing the Line

Posted On September 9, 2024 | Sacrifice & Service, Willingness & Want To

Crossing the line into leadership is a decision that every person has or will be faced with.  It is a critical point in the journey of a person’s life, whether to step across the line…

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