by Hannah Brake | Mar 3, 2026 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose
First, Ask Yourself: What Example Are You Actually Setting? That’s the real question. Because “leading by example” is noble in theory, but in practice it often just means doing more. More tasks, more involvement in the day-to-day, more time in the...
by Jonathan Brake | Feb 17, 2026 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Signature Experience, Strategy
Let me ask you something. How many times have you sat down at the start of the year, written out your goals, felt that buzz of momentum — and then found yourself in December wondering what happened? You’re not alone. In fact, I’d argue it’s one of...
by Jonathan Brake | Feb 11, 2026 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy
Hey there, Ever caught yourself saying “failure is not an option” to your team? Maybe during a product launch, a critical client presentation, or when the stakes felt impossibly high? I get it. It sounds motivating. Powerful. Decisive. But here’s...
by Hannah Brake | Feb 3, 2026 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose
A new year has arrived — and if you’re anything like most leaders, you’ve already got a list. Goals. Targets. Strategies. The notebook is open, the whiteboard is fresh, and the energy is high. But before you charge headfirst into 2026, I want to challenge...
by Jonathan Brake | Oct 21, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy
When business slows down or uncertainty creeps in, our instinct is often to panic. We start cutting costs, scrambling for new clients, and abandoning our proven strategies. But here’s the myth I want to bust today: just because times are uncertain doesn’t...
by Jonathan Brake | Sep 29, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check
We often assume that paying more automatically equals better results. But before defaulting to salary increases as your primary motivator, consider where that logic leads. Here are three reasons why higher salaries may not drive the performance you’re seeking....
