by Joseph Lalonde
We know there’s value in having a mentor. After all, a mentor can help us reach places that we can’t on our own. A mentor is an experienced and/or trusted advisor. Many times, these mentors have experienced what we’re going through, about to...
by Joseph Lalonde
In general, people like to be around those who are like them. We even find this in hiring biases, where hiring managers choose people with similar appearances, beliefs, and ideas. We believe these similarities mean they’re a match for our corporate...
by Joseph Lalonde
As you lead others in your organization, you pull them along your growth trajectory. That means you need to be growing as well. I love what poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow said: The purpose of that apple tree is to grow a little new wood each year. That is...
by Joseph Lalonde
It’s nearing the end of the year. There are only 27 more days until we ring in 2025. How did we get here so quickly? It doesn’t matter in the end. But what matters is what you’re planning for this coming year. Why does it matter? Because the way you...
by Joseph Lalonde
I love finding and reading/listening to great books. They help me gather the wisdom of others who have been there and done that. They’ve gone through trials and tribulations I won’t have to if I heed their tales. That’s why I love bringing you a list...
by Joseph Lalonde
Coach Mike Krzyzewski was the American basketball coach for Duke University from 1980 to 2022. His time as a coach led to many victories and awards. These include: 5 national titles 13 Final Fours 15 ACC tournament championships 13 ACC regular season titles 1,202...