Check your position. Steer a steady course!
Awareness of your current position relative to your intended destination is essential for success and at-times for survival.
Although you may be heading in the right direction, a tiny error navigating on a long journey or unseen consequences of a small decision may drive you to a surprising outcome.
When The Mayflower departed England in 1620 on its voyage to America, the captain charted a course for Virginia. After two months at sea, storms, current, and uncorrected steering errors drove The Mayflower well north to Cape Cod where the Pilgrims were forced instead by winter to settle a new Colony they called New England.
Check your position at regular intervals.
Collect and use reliable data to monitor progress and performance.
Steer a steady course! 🧭
Warren Buffett's Funniest Quotes | Inc.
Warren Buffett is stepping down this year as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. Here is some wise and witty Buffett advice. Doing a microphone check: “Testing: 1 million, 2 million, 3 million.” On conflict of interest: “You don’t ever ask a barber whether you need a haircut.” And, remember to be patient. "You can always tell someone to go to hell tomorrow!"
Speed x AI | NFX
It's always been true that speed is the #1 advantage of an early-stage startup. And now that generative AI here, you need to go 10x faster.
Nonverbal Communication in Leadership: Speak Without Words | Skip Prichard
You can tell when a leader walks into the room. It’s not their title. It’s not always what they say. Nonverbal communication can be more powerful than words.
Rest In the River | Lions Roar
A teaching by Thich Nhat Hanh and guidance for walking meditation to help you enjoy every step you take.
‘Manu jumping’: The physics behind making a huge splash | The Conversation
Do a manu jump and you’ll make a bigger splash at the next pool party.
Here are books, media, and music influencing my coaching:
- 10 Good Books on My Kindle | June 2025
- West Coast Blues | Pat Donahue (2022) plays "Blind Blake" (1926) guitar classic for Portland Folk Music Society via YouTube
- Once In a Lifetime | Talking Heads (1980) via YouTube
I coach leaders and teams who do big things.
Let's GO! 🚀
