The Extra Degree

This Thursday is February 12 or 2/12, which means it is national 212 day. What’s that you ask? Did you know that at 211 degrees, water is hot? (Just call me Captain Obvious!) If you remember from your science days in school, at 212 degrees, water boils. That one extra degree is the difference between … More The Extra Degree

Pi Day

Pi Day is this week, and so is Spring Break! With just a few days left before a well-deserved break, I think we could all use a good laugh. So, in honor of 3.14, enjoy these Pi Day jokes, because nothing brings people together like math and a little bit of humor! Happy Pi Day!

No BCD

We all face challenges, frustrations, and setbacks, but how we respond makes all the difference. One common trap we can fall into is BCD: Blaming, Complaining, and Defending. The concept of BCD comes from Focus 3, an organization that helps teams build stronger mindsets and cultures. While BCD may feel justified, it never leads to … More No BCD

TGIM

With Thanksgiving just a few days away, I find myself reflecting on all the things I’m grateful for. I am thankful for my wife and my two boys, who bring joy to my life every single day. I’m thankful for my friends and family, who are my constant support system. I’m thankful for my career … More TGIM

Be a Goldfish

There’s a quote from Ted Lasso that really hit home with me this week: “You know what the happiest animal on Earth is? It’s a goldfish. It has a 10-second memory. Be a goldfish.” You can watch the clip below. The idea is simple—learn to let go quickly. Don’t hold onto mistakes or setbacks because … More Be a Goldfish

Finish Strong

As many of you know, running has always been a passion of mine. From 5Ks to marathons, I’ve laced up my shoes and hit the pavement for many races over the years. In every race that I ever ran, I always strived for negative splits. For those unfamiliar, this means striving to run each mile … More Finish Strong

Pay It Forward

Think back to when you were in middle school or high school. What would you have done if your social studies teacher gave you the following extra-credit assignment: Think of an idea to change our world and put it into action. Would you have been able to come up with an idea, or would you have … More Pay It Forward