Phil Crawford

“Leadership is not about just connecting people. It’s about connecting people with people, people with ideas, and people with opportunities.” – Michele Jennae This quote resonates deeply with me because it gets to the heart of what true leadership is: building bridges, not just managing a team. A leader’s most significant impact isn’t found in […]

This week, as a history enthusiast, I’m honored to share the timeless wisdom of a leader who faced monumental challenges with unparalleled humility: former U.S. President Harry S. Truman. His famous quote, “It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit,” is not just a platitude; it was

“There’s the pain of discipline, and the pain of regret. If you choose the pain of discipline, you’ll never have to deal with the pain of disappointment.” – Nick Saban When Nick Saban speaks about discipline, he’s not just talking about football drills or practice routines—he’s talking about a mindset. It’s the daily decision to

“Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.” – Tony Robbins. This quote is more than just a motivational saying; it’s a profound blueprint for effective leadership. A leader’s primary role isn’t just to have a grand vision, but to meticulously craft a pathway that transforms a powerful idea—which currently

“Leadership is a gift. And the greatest gift a leader can give is to be generous with their knowledge, their experience, and their compassion.” – Howard Schultz This quote truly resonates with me as it highlights a fundamental aspect of effective business leadership: generosity. It’s not just about hitting targets or maximizing profits; it’s about

“Lack of direction, not lack of time, is the problem. We all have twenty-four hour days.” – Zig Ziglar This week’s WoW hits right at the heart of effective leadership. We often feel overwhelmed by a lack of time, but Ziglar reminds us that the issue is more about having a clear roadmap. As leaders,

Welcome back to your weekly moment of reflection on what truly makes leadership impactful! This week, I’m deeply inspired by a powerful insight from Satya Nadella, CEO and Chairman of Microsoft: “Ideas excite me, empathy grounds and centers me.” 💡💖 This quote, for me, isn’t just a catchy phrase; it’s a profound blueprint for modern

This week’s wisdom comes from the legendary Peter Drucker: “The leader of the past knew how to tell. The leader of the future will know how to ask.” Drucker’s profound insight speaks to a monumental shift in leadership style. For decades, the traditional model was often top-down 🗼 – leaders dictated, employees executed. Success was

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