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Fear can drive you to do disastrous things you’ll later regret. When we’re confronted with a challenge, our brain’s fight or flight response kicks in – our fear instinct. We react irrationally without thinking through the full range of possibilities and consequences. On the open water, fear-based thinking is dangerous because it leads to fear-driven […]

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Resilience (noun): /rəˈzilyəns/ The capacity to quickly recover from difficulties; toughness. (Oxford Languages) In psychology, resilience refers to our ability to cope with mentally or emotionally challenging situations and swiftly return to our pre-crisis mental equilibrium. Resiliency is an acquired skill – it’s not something anyone is born with. I would even argue that those […]

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A few weeks ago, I was enjoying a weekend sail on Lake Michigan. Waves of about seven feet tall crashed against the boat while the winds blew furiously and pulled us around. I enjoy these rare conditions. While treacherous, I’m an experienced sailing instructor and licensed Coast Guard Captain who loves a fresh challenge. My […]

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Respect: Everyone demands it but only the smartest leaders do what it takes to earn it. Respect in the workplace starts at the top. If leadership doesn’t foster a culture of respect and dignity, why should team members feel compelled to reciprocate? If you’re suffering from a complacent team and shriveling productivity, maybe it’s time […]

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Fear is everywhere. In many ways, we wouldn’t survive without a healthy dose of fear. Fear prevents us from walking into traffic or balancing on the edge of a cliff. Originating in the amygdala, fear is a fundamental component of shrewd decision making. But like any emotion, the key is balance and management. If we […]

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Today, the term “steward” refers to someone called to look after the passengers aboard a ship – a caretaker. I’ve found that steward leadership results in engaged teams who are invested in the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Unfortunately, this is a challenging concept to grasp. Leaders tend to assume a controlling role over their […]

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