Morning Pages: January 21, 2026

[while writing ‘morning pages’ today I got stuck and jotted down what I believe about the intent, process, and output of work. these scribblings are raw and from the heart, but have a sprinkle of manifesto-like thinking that can be clarifying and powerful.]

I want to do interesting work. I want to do work that matters.

I want to come alongside business leaders to help them connect with their people -> employees, customers, clients, partners, communities. And for that connection to be so meaningful that it transforms the business – and those connected to the business.

I believe in serving others. I believe in setting a standard. Delivering on that standard. Reviewing and improving that standard.

I believe in looking closely at the details and making things better. About giving a damn. About not settling.

I believe in under-promising and over-delivering. I believe in making it easy as possible. I believe it takes a full suite of resources to help from every angle. I believe in preparing, equipping, empowering, and supporting others.

I believe it takes a full, unified team approach. I believe there must be a clear, documented north star and understanding/agreement of how our individual work comes together to help us get there. I believe we must know how our team contributes, but also how all the teams’ play their respective roles to achieve the goal/vision.

I believe we all have a “zone of genius” that we should foster, protect, grow, and utilize to help others.

I believe we must truly care about people. And be willing to sacrifice our wins for theirs.

I believe there are no dumb questions. I believe in humility to listen deeply and respect others’ perspectives and opinions. I believe in finding common ground.

I believe the answers and solutions are out there, if we let go of our ego and expectations and work together.