by Jonathan Brake | Apr 11, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, Thoughts From The Trails
Ever feel like your annual goals are mountains too steep to climb? The solution lies in breaking them down into manageable quarterly milestones. Here’s how quarterly execution planning can revolutionize your approach to business objectives. Why Quarterly...
by Jonathan Brake | Mar 24, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Thoughts From The Trails
Have you ever caught yourself telling your team “failure is not an option”? Made famous in the movie “Apollo 13”, the Flight Director was communicating that if they failed to bring the astronauts home they would die. So failure was not an option. In a...
by Jonathan Brake | Mar 20, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, Thoughts From The Trails
Ever wonder why some business leaders consistently achieve their goals while others struggle? The secret often lies in one powerful practice: accountability. Looking Beyond Motivation A good mentor doesn’t just motivate you with exciting visions of the future....
by Jonathan Brake | Mar 17, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, Thoughts From The Trails
Have you ever heard the famous NASA quote, “Failure is not an option”? While it sounds inspiring, it’s actually one of the biggest myths in business and leadership today. Reframing Our View of Failure Contrary to popular belief, failure isn’t...
by Jonathan Brake | Mar 6, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, Thoughts From The Trails
Have you ever wondered why some leaders seem to inspire trust naturally while others struggle to connect? The answer often lies in something deceptively simple: self-awareness. Understanding Your Wake Picture yourself on a peaceful lake when a speedboat races by,...
by Jonathan Brake | Mar 3, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Communication, People, Processes, Purpose, Strategy, Thoughts From The Trails
Have you ever felt a disconnect between who you are at work and who you are at home? As someone who’s worked with countless leaders, I’ve found that this tension often stems from misaligned values. Let me share why value alignment is crucial for authentic...
