George Washington once stepped off his horse to help struggling soldiers lift a heavy log while their corporal only barked orders. His simple act reminds us that true leadership isn’t about pride or position — it’s about humility. In this episode, John shares why humility paves the path to effective leadership, while pride only blocks it.

Quote of the Day:
“Humility paves the path. Pride blocks it.”

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Starting is easy. Sustaining is hard. In this episode, John shares lessons from executive coach and author Scott Cornwell on why lasting change requires more than willpower — it needs a shift in mindset, structures for accountability, and consistent practice.

Quote of the Day:
“Real change isn’t about starting, it’s about staying.”

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Thomas Jefferson walked into the first meeting about the University of Virginia with detailed plans, drawings, and budgets — while everyone else showed up empty-handed. His preparation was so thorough, the group had no choice but to follow his vision. In this episode, John shares why consistent preparation is the precursor to performance, and how great leaders over-prepare but don’t overthink.

Quote of the Day:
“Consistent preparation is the precursor to performance.”

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