Do you have a “personal mission statement”? If so, what does it state? If not, why not? I’ve asked this question countless times and the most common response is: “I never thought about it!” Every meaningful life is guided by two things: a clear mission that points us forward, and a set of principles that […]
Embracing Excellence: The Alvin Standard for Living
Not long ago, I traveled to Winnipeg, Manitoba to speak at one of my favorite events hosted by a valued repeat client, Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME). They’re champions of LEAN Production principles and top-tier professional standards. After my keynote, John Chaput, the National Conference Chair, shared this on LinkedIn: “Your Limitations Are Only in […]
Thank You Mr. Fulghum
One of the truly beautiful things in life is getting to be a speaker. I’m so humbled by the literally “countless” people who have thanked me for helping them overcome countless obstacles, almost all of them linked to mental health and attitude. Somewhat ironically, it’s the very real struggles with my own mental health growing […]