by Jonathan Brake | Jan 20, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, The Five Markers, The Trail Markers, Thoughts From The Trails
Understanding the Leadership Challenge True leadership requires assertiveness, but there’s a critical distinction between being assertive and being aggressive. The key lies in understanding how to balance confidence with humility, creating what I call...
by Jonathan Brake | Jan 13, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, The Five Markers, The Trail Markers, Thoughts From The Trails
When we talk about authenticity in leadership, we often miss its true source: a deeply personal vision that guides everything we do. This isn’t just about having goals – it’s about understanding your own “big why” and being able to articulate...
by Jonathan Brake | Jan 6, 2025 | Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, The Trail Markers, Thoughts From The Trails
True leadership isn’t about following a prescribed formula or “drinking the Kool-Aid.” The most compelling leaders are those who bring their authentic passion to everything they do. When you encounter these individuals, you can feel the difference –...
by Jonathan Brake | Dec 30, 2024 | 60 Second Question, Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, The Five Markers, The Trail Markers, Thoughts From The Trails
Authentic leadership isn’t just about showcasing your strengths—it’s about having the courage to face your shadows. But there’s an even more fundamental truth that many miss: you have to genuinely care. Let me be brutally honest here: if you’re...
by Jonathan Brake | Dec 23, 2024 | Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, The Trail Markers
There’s a common piece of wisdom in business and life: you get what you intentionally pursue. Want success? Chase it. Want growth? Seek it. Want excellence? Understand what it is and get after it. But here’s the uncomfortable truth I’ve discovered:...
by Jonathan Brake | Dec 3, 2024 | Communication, People, Processes, Strategy, The Trail Markers
As a business leader and mentor, I’ve sat across from countless peers, and I see it in their eyes—that same look I used to see in my mirror (maybe sometimes still do). The weight of feeling alone. The pressure of believing everything rests solely on their...
