blueprint

Is a side business just about extra cash, or is it a gateway to personal and professional transformation? Beyond extra income, side businesses: 1. Offer a platform for self-reflection and realignment with one’s Blueprint. 2. Are integral to career and personal development. 3. Can complement and enhance overall performance at your primary job. A side…

Is the familiar path holding you back? Common sayings like: “This has always worked before.” “We’ve always done it this way.” “I must be doing something right.” …might be comfort zones limiting our growth. Progress demands evolving strategies and mindsets. What worked in the past might not fit the future. Adaptability is key. When did…

Been leading teams for years and now wondering why what used to work no longer does? A thinking shift might help. Shift to: Believe you can learn new things. Cultivate your desire to learn. Take action on what you learn. As we shift our perspectives, we unlock the potential for unprecedented growth. What recent shift…

The expertise trap: when new skills aren’t enough. Does this sound familiar? I’ve mastered my craft I’ve achieved success at the highest level Rinse and repeat for continued success Suddenly, you’re in a role and level of responsibility that’s entirely new. Like a fish out of water, what worked before no longer does. You’re at…

Know your Blueprint. Lose the FOMO. Own your journey. FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) can derail even the most driven among us. You see peers: Climbing the ladder of success (society-defined) Attending conferences Closing deals It’s easy to wonder, “Why haven’t I done that yet?” But here’s the game-changer: Your Blueprint. When you’re laser-focused on…

What happens when your default ‘player’ is the wrong one for the game? Here’s a lesson I learned. About three months ago, I faced an unavoidable interpersonal conflict. My initial instinct was to resolve the situation by restoring harmony-a huge part of my Blueprint. Upon reflection, I realized there were other players to consider: Assessment…

3 pieces of advice that sound great but leave you feeling stuck (and how you can get unstuck). Ever heard any of these in some form or another? Design your ideal life Create your vision Live with intention Great advice, but it leaves a critical question unanswered: Where do I start? Blueprint discovery and application.…

Want to evolve your thinking to meet tomorrow’s leadership challenges? Keep reading. I recently finished “Changing on the Job” by Jennifer Garvey Berger. The concept of vertical development, helping leaders evolve their meaning-making systems to better lead in complexity, fascinates me. This quote from the book resonates deeply: “The significant problems we face cannot be…

Here’s the #1 piece of advice I’d give my 20-year-old self to lead a fulfilled and purposeful life. Discover what truly matters to you and forge your own path. I call it Blueprint. By deeply understanding what resonates with your core, you gain: Clarity Confidence Empowerment Never settle for “this is the way it has…

5 key takeaways from 365 straight days of posting on LinkedIn (and why it’s time for a reassessment). 1. Authentic Blueprint Communication: Each of my LinkedIn posts was an expression of my Blueprint (ask me more about how I can help you with this). It wasn’t about selling, but about revealing who I am and…

What if happiness is not about getting more but wanting less? I’m often drawn to the wisdom of Seneca, a renowned Stoic philosopher. Two of his quotes resonate with me deeply: “If you don’t regard what you have as enough, you will never be happy even if you rule the entire world.” “Being poor is…

Want a richer life but not sure where to start? Here’s the #1 investment you can make. Yourself. When you invest in yourself, you unlock: Greater resilience—both personally and financially. Enhanced capability to create, innovate, and earn. The strength to elevate everyone in your circle. Remember, a richer life is about more than just numbers.…