Archive (Page 5) • Wisdom that Works • Buttondown

The Myth of Arrival.

May 5, 2025

We’ve all done it. Looked ahead to the next milestone and thought, “That. That’s when I’ll feel it. Peace. Confidence. Fulfillment. And, maybe even joy.” We...

A Culture of Fear.

April 30, 2025

Most people are driven by fear and don’t even know it. Fear of not being enough, fear of losing control, fear of being exposed, fear of failure wrapped in...

My Fears.

April 24, 2025

Fear’s a real head trip for me at times. It messes with me for a day or two. It doesn’t always come out swinging. Most of the time, it shows up dressed like...

You're gonna win (in life) if...

April 16, 2025

Here’s a short and punchy list of what I’ve witnessed, coached and experienced in the 47+ years I’ve been orbiting this spinning ball of dirt we call home:...

Per-mission.

April 10, 2025

You don’t need permission to be free. That might sound obvious. But most people I know are still waiting for something, some external sign, some life-...

Audit Your Peeps.

April 2, 2025

I don’t know who first said it, but I’ve heard it dozens of times in conferences, workshops and podcasts over the years: Tending. Mending. Ending.Some...

Stress is feedback.

March 27, 2025

Stress isn’t just a feeling. It’s a signal. It’s our body and mind trying to get our attention. The problem? Most of us don’t listen until we’re already...

Work Hard. Play Hard.

March 21, 2025

We say these four words like it’s some kinda motto, like it’s just part of the grind. A way to survive the week. Push hard, get the job done. Then cash in...

The Math of Meaningful Work.

March 16, 2025

Find your bliss. Chase your passion. Yadayadayada. Total bullshit. It’s insane to chase what looks exciting without the skill to back it up. Or to settle for...

Clarity = Impact.

March 10, 2025

At my core, I know that clarity leads to freedom, freedom leads to service, and service leads to meaning. This isn’t just a philosophy. It’s a practice. It’s...

Building Effective Teams.

March 6, 2025

Matt Stover (I think) once said, “If we take ‘team’ out of ‘teamwork,’ then it’s just work, and who wants that?” Exactly. Because work without connection,...

I really like you.

February 27, 2025

Likability is a secret weapon. I’ve watched it help average performers get ahead. I’ve seen it keep underperformers in the game far longer than their results...

Nature, nurture and healthy boundaries.

February 22, 2025

Life is a journey, a series of choices, that either move us closer to who we want to be or push us further away from who we’re meant to be. Every day, we...

Who You Work With Matters

February 19, 2025

People don’t quit jobs. They quit bosses who don’t see them.They quit cultures that drain them.They quit work that makes them feel small. A 2022 survey of...

The Work That Actually Matters.

February 15, 2025

Most people are waiting. Waiting for permission. Waiting for confidence. Waiting for someone else to say, “It’s your turn.” They linger on the sidelines,...

Everything you need.

February 8, 2025

"When we devote all of our actions to a spiritual goal, everything that we do becomes a prayer."— Muhammad Ali Rob Bell, Oprah's buddy, reintroduced the idea...

Kindness and truth.

February 3, 2025

We love collecting ideas. Stacking up insights. Feeling smart because we understand something. We read the books, listen to the podcasts, absorb the advice....

The Cost of a New Life.

January 27, 2025

Everything comes at a cost—especially change. As 2024 rolled into 2025, that truth hit me hard. I’ve left more behind than I ever imagined. And if there’s...

Perseverance or Resilience?

January 19, 2025

Perseverance and resilience are often used interchangeably, but they play very different roles in how we deal with what life throws our way. Let me explain....

What kind of leader are you?

January 17, 2025

Leadership isn’t just about titles or responsibilities—it’s about how you naturally move through the world, make decisions, and inspire others. Whether you...