There’s a certain magic that happens when you get your leadership team off-site—and no, I’m not talking about the post-dinner karaoke (though that can be magical). I’m talking about the kind of magic that builds trust, tackles thorny issues, and sets the stage for strategic leaps.
This morning, as the crisp January air greeted the shores of Seabrook Island, SC, I joined my Turtle Patrol teammates for a tradition I'd never attempted before: the polar bear plunge. That's right—I ran into the Atlantic Ocean on New Year's Day. For the first time. On purpose.
Wasn’t it just January? One moment we’re setting ambitious goals, and the next, we’re Googling last-minute New Year’s Eve recipes (spoiler: everyone loves deviled eggs). You may be feeling exhausted and overwhelmed by all the end of year pressures from budget deadlines to gift buying. The Grinch side of you just wants to get out town, eat too many cookies and drink a pitcher of your favorite cocktails. Take a breath. Time off is almost here.
The late 1980s were a challenging time for many. We were just emerging from a recession, and I was navigating the early years of my coaching business. The day before Thanksgiving, I took a huge step: I signed a lease for my very first office. It was thrilling and terrifying all at once.
