Write the Last Line First
You can’t come up with a good line and then write from it, you have to come with the last line and write to it. Poet Malcolm Guite Being a positive disrupter often works the same way. You don’t always get to start with a perfect plan. Instead, you have to define where you’re trying […]
Are You Drinking from the Cup of Grief or the Cup of Joy?
Life throws a lot at us: the good, the bad, and everything in between. Lately, my life has been full of disruptions. Lots of great ones. I have: A book, Disrupt Everything, coming out this year with James Patterson (yep, that James Patterson, the world’s bestselling author. A growing list of fantastic speaking opportunities. The […]
When the Phone Rings
Answering the Call of Disruption
Create a Culture of Quitters
A Disruption in Leadership Thinking
Imagine the Power of a Bold Idea
Picture this: Your organization has been struggling with the same frustrating issue for years. Sometimes, it fades away, but it always comes back, draining time, energy, and resources. Despite significant investment, it could be a technology solution that never quite works right. It could be a recurring performance issue that seems under control until it […]
What Are You Running Toward?
I’ve enjoyed running for years. I’m not breaking world records, but I still get out and log a few miles a few times a week. When tackling a steep hill or a long trail, I pick something out in the distance and run toward it. It gives me inspiration, focus, and something to aim for. […]
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Building a Solid Foundation for Disruption
Starting something new—whether it’s a business, a project, or a team—is exciting. It shakes things up, disrupts the usual way of doing things, and opens the door for big possibilities. But here’s the thing: no matter how bold your vision is, success depends on having a strong foundation. Without it, everything else can fall apart. […]
Why Teams Need a Little Friction
With winter back, I’ve been thinking about the ice last year. Right now, it’s warm, but icy days are ahead, and I can’t help but remember navigating those slick sidewalks. Without friction, every step felt like a risk. Staying upright took a mix of effort and luck. That memory got me thinking about how friction—something […]
How Well Can You Handle Uncertainty?
In my research on disruption Vanderbilt University—how to turn life’s unexpected twists into powerful fuel for growth—one thing stands out: the ability to carry uncertainty is essential. Disruption doesn’t just knock you off course; it fills your path with unknowns, questions, and moments of discomfort. The truth is that your ability to shoulder the weight […]
