Mike’s Blog

“Being a good citizen means you have a post-secondary education and a stable job.” At least, that’s the expectation I was taught while growing up. Now, I don’t believe my parents, teachers, and others had any bad intentions in teaching me this. They passed along what...

How many times do you confuse the universe with a ‘but’? I’m not talking about the but that follows you everywhere. I’m talking about all the ways you say you want something, then find a way to say why you won’t do it. For example, I’ve wanted to get my weight back...

By now, you’ve likely seen the video of Andi Owen, the CEO of MillerKnoll, ranting about her people’s concerns that they wouldn’t receive a bonus this year. If you haven’t seen the video, search on your favourite social media platform with her name and you’ll quickly...

What do you think of when you hear the word "boss?" Based on things I've read lately, it seems we've demonized the word boss. Usually, these posts include pictures of an overzealous white, middle-aged guy. While I'm sure there are plenty of bosses who fit this bill,...

Recently, I noticed posts describing how some companies are banning TikTok in the workplace. I was a little puzzled by the ban as it's one of many social media platforms employees likely use while at work. So, why TikTok? Then I read an article on Forbes this week,...

I showed up at a customer site one morning and swiped my security card to enter the building as I had done for more than a year. Beep! (There was a red light on the card reader) Hmm - perhaps I didn't swipe it right. So, I try again. Beep! (Again, with a red light on...

What is the first thing you think of when I ask, "How are you investing in yourself." Like many people, your mind might immediately think about *Time* and *money*. "When I have more time, I will …" "When I have more money, I will …" The thing is, many of us have a...

Hope. It's a four-letter word that can change everything. When someone has hope, they keep moving forward despite their challenges or adversity. What happens, though, when hope is absent? Consider the results when people don't believe there's any hope of success: What...

Sigh. Did you see my post from last week about some travel adventures? More like my travel challenges? If not, you may want to read it first as it will give some context for this one (but don’t feel you have to as this post will stand alone):...

How was your flight? It’s an interesting question. And, like so many other curious questions, I can’t help but wonder about the motive of the question. I flew somewhere for the first time after nearly three years. I was in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to attend and speak at...

Have you noticed how perspectives play a significant role in our lives? Don’t believe me or are unsure what I’m talking about? Spend a little time on social media, and you’ll quickly see what I mean. It’s hard to scroll more than a couple of posts without seeing how...

The other week a leader told me they wanted to improve their leadership to be a good role model for their kids. Needless to say, there's nothing wrong with wanting to be a good role model for your kids. However, what if we adults have this idea backwards in ways?...