As we navigate through 2024, it’s essential to embrace the “ins” and leave behind the “outs.” This year is all about unleashing brilliance, embracing resilience, and learning how to thrive in both our personal and professional lives. To do so, we must prioritize mindful practices, continuous learning, financial planning, and…

Every day you go to work to make money to pay bills. Does that sum up the totality of our lives? My bride recently paid two outstanding bills – in full. I was so happy that we would no longer have to deal with the yoke of finance charges, and…

Do you ever feel like you can’t get through your daily to-do list? Is there too much going on in a single day that life just gets away from you? Stevie Johns here, and I have created the “Every Day List” to supercharge your daily effectiveness.In the hustle of our…

It is that time of year again—the time when you are ready to create your list of New Year’s resolutions. Well, O’ Brilliant One, you’re in luck. My dear friend, Emily Haruko Leeb, and I have got you covered with a list of 24 tips to help you CRUSH 2024!…

Have you heard of the old saying, “If you don’t know where you are going, then any road will take you there”? Well, here is the $1million question for you: Where are you going? As you know, we are beginning our journey to CRUSH 2024, and with the…

Today, we live in a world where there are wars, a sputtering business economy, disruption du jour, and a helicopter of uncertainty swirling around us. Yet, in the midst of this turmoil there arise individuals just like you who have decided to grab the steering wheel of the future and…

How many times have you said to yourself, “I wish I knew this then because I would’ve made a better choice or gone in another direction”? There are many people walking around with regret, wishing they could turn back the hands of time and reverse past decisions. The…

In life, I believe that all you need is one good friend—someone who sees your flaws, imperfections, and areas of opportunity. They know you and you know them. Yet, they refuse to cut you off at the knees with piercing comments or feed you to the wolves of your own…

You didn’t see it coming. However, you could intuitively sense that something was about to shift in your career. No one likes to be let go from a job where they have given their blood, sweat, and tears. Like many other companies, Slalom recently let go of one thousand people.

Welcome to the Brilliance Age, where you bid adieu to mediocrity and the rumors of quiet cutting. Average is over, average is done. In the Brilliance Age, you shift from retiring from what no longer works to rewiring to what will work, which is Brilliant YOU! Yes, my friend, it’s…

Have you ever wondered how to create oxygen for the soul? Here’s the answer you’re looking for: Encouragement is oxygen for the soul. When we receive encouragement, we gain confidence. We feel seen and appreciated. Encouragement makes us feel empowered to carry on in the face of adversity. This principle…

Have you ever experienced a struggle in your career or personal life? What about feeling like you didn’t fit in, or people didn’t like you? That was me many years ago when I first entered the workforce. I constantly felt like I didn’t belong and people didn’t like me. I…

If you know me, you know one of my favorite things in the world is to hug people with my words. That is why I do what I do. I strive to bring more kindness to this planet. Now, I want to ask you a question. How exactly do we…

Have you ever wondered how to find your spark? Finding your spark is critical to taking control of your life and unlocking the joy of personal freedom. But finding your spark is easier said than done. That’s why I am here to help guide you. My first tip to you…

Have you ever experienced a moment when you believed you made a monumental mistake, but as time goes by, you’re grateful it happened? I once had the opportunity to share my favorite mistake, and I wanted to share it again with you. It all started when I was a young…

6 Lessons for My 25-Year-Old Self Lately, I have been observing and admiring the next generation of leaders and often find myself thinking of who I was at that age. While that time in my life was fun, exhilarating, and filled with so many wonderful memories, I cringe at…

In the recent State of the Global Workplace report, Gallup (2021) found that thriving employees report significantly fewer health problems; less worry, stress, sadness, depression, and anger; and more hope, happiness, energy, interest, and respect. However, the report states that roughly seven in ten employees are struggling or suffering in…

Many years ago, my friend Merryl said to me, “The next time you’re in Montecito (Santa Barbara), California, I want to introduce you to my friend Lynda.” I had no idea who Lynda was or why she wanted me to meet her. Well, I said “yes” because I trusted Merryl.

7 lessons from a Spiritual Pilgrimage Where in the world is Bhutan? I’d never heard of it, and I do recall being awake and alert during geography class. Nevertheless, thanks to a digital atlas, aka Google Earth, I was able to locate one of the world’s last kingdoms. Well,…

A few weeks ago a dear friend of mine called in somewhat of a panic. Her company had just been acquired by another one and the operational team of the new parent company would be evaluating the entire team. Within 90 days they would decide who would stay and who…