In every event I lead — whether it’s 50 people or 5,000 — I ask leaders one simple question: “What’s one thing you know it’s time to END?” And every time, the answers look like this: Naming the behavior matters — it’s the beginning of change. But it’s only the beginning. Because once the behavior […]
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Healthcare stands at a pivotal crossroads. With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)—signed into law on July 4, 2025—introducing sweeping cuts to Medicaid and ACA marketplaces, organizations now face a $1 trillion reduction in federal healthcare spending over the next decade, with Medicaid cuts alone approaching $900 billion (PWC). Estimates suggest that up to
Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing? — Elmo (@elmo) January 29, 2024 Last week, the beloved little red monster, Elmo, sparked a viral moment on social media with a simple question: “How is everybody doing?” The response was overwhelming, highlighting a deep need for connection and appreciation. For those of us in
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You know that feeling when life seems to pull you in a direction you never intended to go? It’s like you’re caught in the undertow and you’re wondering, “How am I ever going to get back on track?” We all experience this as individuals, and it’s something that teams and organizations face too. This is
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Why it’s no longer optional… and little ways to start today Earlier this week, I was in Florida speaking to a group of city leaders about making the shift from surviving to thriving. On the surface, this may seem like a “soft” topic. I mean, who doesn’t want to thrive? But, can we? Is that even a realistic ambition or
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