Insights and reflections
A curated list of PBJ founder posts on leadership, strategy, and people-first growth.
Human Helpers, AI Tools, and the Risk of Being Real
A reflection on how to keep empathy and presence at the center while adopting AI tools in real human work.
It's Not Just the Miles. It's the Company.
Why the people alongside us shape the journey as much as the journey itself.
I Failed to Reach My Goal. Now the Real Work Begins.
A reflection on resilience and what matters after a hard finish.
Lessons Learned When a Whisper Quit Becomes a Shout
Signals of burnout and how to respond before they take over.
My First Real Lesson in Strategy: Learning to Let Go of the Pitch
A story about stepping back from the perfect pitch and focusing on listening to what the business truly needs.
The Inner Game of Leadership: Why Authentic Presence Is Your Best Strategy
How leaders build trust and momentum by leading from authenticity rather than performance.
Seven Simple Powerful Ideas for Leadership
Seven practical reminders for leading with clarity, courage, and care.
The Art of Strategy
Why strategy is part analysis, part imagination, and fully a leadership discipline.
Leadership Skiing Mashup: What Leaders Can Learn from the Slopes
Lessons from the mountain about balance, focus, and the courage to commit.
Daily Meds: My Simple Prescription for Better Health
A simple framework for sustaining energy and resilience over the long term.
Does the World Need More Coaches?
Exploring the role of coaching in a world of rapid change and complex leadership demands.