Setting a Plan Is Not Enough — Here’s What Actually Gets You Results

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...

Failure IS an Option: Why Business Leaders Need to Rethink This Apollo 13 Myth

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...

DISC Is Not Your Identity: Why This Matters for Leaders

by Jonathan Brake | Nov 10, 2025 | Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy

Ever taken a personality assessment and thought, “Wow, that’s so me!”? It’s validating, right? But here’s where things get tricky—especially with tools like DISC. DISC is a powerful behavioral language that groups people into four...

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...