Monday Myth Check: Don’t Hunker Down When Times Get Uncertain

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...

The Innovation Myth: Why Consistency Often Beats Novelty

by Jonathan Brake | Sep 22, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy

While innovation gets all the headlines, the idea that “you must innovate to succeed” deserves serious scrutiny. Don’t get me wrong—I love creativity and pushing boundaries. But as leaders, we need to recognize when the pursuit of innovation can...

The Tech Trap: Why More Apps Don’t Mean More Productivity

by Jonathan Brake | Sep 3, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy

We’ve all been there – downloading the latest productivity app, convinced it’ll finally solve our workflow problems. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: technology doesn’t always make work easier. In fact, it might be making things worse. The...

Success Means Going it Alone Right? … not so fast!

by Jonathan Brake | Aug 18, 2025 | Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Strategy, The Trail Markers

The common myth that successful people got there by hard work alone is false. Success is a team effort that requires mentors, collaborators, and strong support systems. Opportunity plus effort also equals results. Take action by mapping out your current support...

The Passion and Grit Myth: Why Hard Work Isn’t Always Enough

by Jonathan Brake | Aug 18, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Signature Experience

We’ve all heard it before: “Follow your passion, work hard, and you’ll succeed at anything.” While this sounds inspiring, the reality is more complex. Passion and perseverance are valuable, but they’re not magic bullets that guarantee...

The Real Journey: What 15 Years of Building a Business Has Taught Me

by Jonathan Brake | Jul 8, 2025 | People, Processes, Purpose

G’day! I’m Jonathan Brake, and I want to take you back ten years to a moment at Niagara Falls with my Bride, Rebecca. After 15 years of grinding it out in business, we had finally reached a position where we could travel together and enjoy moments like...