“Just hold on loosely, but don’t let go. If you cling too tightly, you’re gonna lose control.” –Donnie Van Zant, .38 Special A few years ago, I hired a personal and...
Stop Fighting the Operating Rules of Your Brain and Work Smarter (4 Key Strategies)
by Parker Houston | Jun 20, 2024 | Optimal Performance
Growing up, my parents always encouraged hard work. I started my first job—a paper route—at age 12. I had to wake up at 5am and used my roller blades while my dad drove our...
Just Like Me…
by Parker Houston | Jun 13, 2024 | Personal Leadership
You’ve heard me say it before, but it’s worth repeating—the brain is a prediction machine. The brain’s primary purpose is to keep us alive—and the best way to stay alive is...
10 Best Practices for Hiring (and Keeping) a Top Team
by Parker Houston | Jun 6, 2024 | Top Teams Made Simple
Ever since I became a manager 14 years ago, I’ve been curious about best practices for hiring. I’ve been part of organizations that struggled to keep vacancy rates of over...
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