Phil Crawford

This week, let’s reflect on Anne Lamott’s wonderfully insightful quote: “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” As leaders, we’re constantly “on.” We juggle endless responsibilities, make critical decisions, and strive to keep our teams moving forward. But just like our computers or phones, we too need […]

This week, I’m reflecting on one of my all-time favorite leadership quotes, and it’s from the brilliant Craig Groeschel: “People would rather follow a leader that is real than one that is always right.” This quote cuts right to the essence of effective leadership. It’s not about projecting an image of perfection or having all

This week’s thought-provoking quote from business strategist Hirav Shah: “Three enemies of growth: comfort, confusion, and complaining.” This isn’t just a personal mantra; it’s a profound blueprint for effective leadership and high-performing teams. Leadership & Growth: As leaders, we foster growth. Shah’s quote highlights silent progress killers: ▪️Comfort: Complacency in leaders stifles innovation, making teams

“There is no innovation and creativity without failure. Period.” – Brené Brown This quote from Brené Brown hits hard because it’s fundamentally true, especially in leadership. As leaders, we often strive for perfection, creating environments where mistakes are seen as something to be avoided at all costs. But what if I told you that this

This week, let’s dive into a powerful insight from the brilliant Michael Porter: “The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do.” As leaders, we often feel the pressure to say “yes” to every opportunity, chase every trend, or try to be everything to everyone. But true strategic leadership isn’t just about what you

Happy WoW Wednesday! ✨ This week’s wisdom comes from the brilliant Johann Wolfgang von Goethe: “Instruction does much, but encouragement, everything.” This quote really resonates with me when I think about the core of impactful leadership. As leaders, it’s easy to focus on the “what” and the “how”—the instructions, the processes, the metrics. And yes,

This week’s leadership insight comes from John Buchanan: “Words carry a lot of weight in this world, but it is through our actions that we bring things into being.” This quote strikes at the very heart of effective leadership and high-performing teams. While inspiring visions and clear communication (our words) are essential starting points, it’s

This week’s WoW comes from the ancient Roman poet Horace, offering a timeless piece of advice highly relevant to modern leadership – and especially timely as we watch the intensity of the NHL Playoffs! 🏆 “Always keep your composure. You can’t score from the penalty box, and to win, you have to score.” Horace’s message

This week’s Words of Wisdom delves into the profound impact of leadership and the legacies we build. As we approach Memorial Day 🇺🇸, a time for remembering heroes and their sacrifices, this quote feels particularly resonant: 📜 “The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example.”

This week, let’s reflect on a powerful quote often attributed to Bill Keane: “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift of God, which is why we call it the present.” How does this timeless wisdom apply to our leadership journey? It’s a potent reminder to anchor ourselves in the NOW for