Standing at the base of a waterfall in the remote wilderness of Oahu, you feel small. The water crashes down from a dizzying height, mist spraying your face, and the rope that leads to the top looks impossibly thin against…
High above the water, with the wind in your face and the world stretched out in every direction, you see things differently. Parasailing with my daughter was more than the thrill of being pulled behind a boat — it was…
This past winter, I did a fair bit of cross country skiing in our local area with friends. We were finally given a winter with lots of snow and it was great. Skiing with a friend brings a unique energy—each…
The curling rink is a world of precision and patience. You stand at the hack with the stone in your hand, knowing that one small adjustment in aim, speed, or rotation can change the outcome entirely. The ice in front…
There’s a moment before every big decision, whether in business, leadership, or life, when you’re standing on the edge, weighing the risks, feeling the cool rush of uncertainty. You can’t know exactly what the water will feel like until you’re…
There’s something both humbling and energizing about sitting at a table with a mountain of books in front of you, each one about to go into the hands of someone who will carry a part of your message into their…
Riding Together: The Power of Trust in Leadership On a recent conference trip and mini vacation to Costa Rica, my wife Natalie and I had the opportunity to rent some horses. As we galloped along the beach and through the…
Creativity drives innovation—both in music and leadership. Effective leadership requires a blend of creativity and strategy. To create something memorable, you need to break free from the ordinary, experiment with new ideas, and explore uncharted territories. Whether putting together a…
I had a chance to go mountain biking with a client I’d met a number of years ago. When I was back in Vancouver speaking at another conference, he took me to the trails on the North Shore ofVancouver, which…
I recently spoke at a conference in Las Vegas and had the opportunity to do some climbing in Red Rock State Park – it was awesome! Overlooking the vast expanse of rugged terrain, I was reminded of the power of…
My wife and I had the wonderful opportunity to ski in Zermatt last winter. Downhill skiing is more than just a sport; it’s a perfect metaphor for the ways in which collaboration, communication, and mutual trust shape our success. In…
Standing on the edge of a beautiful winter escarpment near Quebec City, looking out over the quiet wilderness with my daughter, I am reminded of the importance of vision in both life and leadership. In that moment, as the wind…
