I recently had the opportunity to talk to two time Olympian and Run Gum CEO, Nick Symmonds. Nick is an incredible leader and has an inspirational quality in the way he pursues his goals both as an athlete and as a goal-oriented businessman. What I found...

    It’s officially November. The season of Thanksgiving is always a great time to reflect on some of our greatest blessings. In my opinion, gratitude is showing genuine appreciation for the blessings in our lives, be it people or things. It amazes me just...

    I have spent much of my career encouraging businesses in the importance of team culture. Making sure your people feel valued and cared for is so important and should not be overlooked. I firmly believe that. But I also believe there is another culture...

    Grief. This one word can elicit so many reactions that it’s a bit risky to even mention it. Some ignore it. Others shrink back at it. Still others can’t help getting emotional over the thought of it.  It can conjure up fear, heartbreak, loss. Thoughts...

    Have you ever been convinced of an idea before that idea is even fully formed? I’ve had many moments like that but one moment in particular has forever shaped who I am and what I will become.   I grew up in my 20s and 30s convinced of this one particular...

    Whenever sporting events like the World Series roll around, I can’t help but think of all the factors that contributed to each team’s success in the season.   As a former athlete, I have always been inspired by stories of athletes overcoming the odds....

      According to a 2017 Gallup poll, 50% of employees who quit cite their manager as the reason. Forbes recently reported that only 18% of leaders were found to have talent for leading others, but 77% of leaders believe they inspire action. A recent...

    The Atlanta Falcons First Down For Fighters event took place on October 15, 2019 in Atlanta, GA. The team converted their locker room into an event space, and served drinks, desserts, and a dinner throughout the course of the evening. Presented by the...

    In today’s society it seems like constant busyness is praised. We rush from one thing to the next, striving after success in a world that is always on the move. With this happening around us all the time, taking a break can easily be misconstrued as...

    “Give yourself permission to turn the page.” I heard this quote recently and really resonated with the idea of moving on after a struggle. It’s a lot easier said than done though, isn’t it? When faced with a challenge, it is often incredibly difficult to...

    Since 2004, podcasts have revolutionized the way people take in information, giving producers more freedom to target niche markets and providing listeners with countless hours of entertainment. Over the last fifteen years, this medium has expanded and...