by Zack Hudson | May 4, 2022 | Be Series, Leadership
While most of the kids in my elementary school wanted to be sports stars growing up, I wanted to be a Jedi. I ran through the woods around our country home training to be a Jedi. During the summer, I would burn a whole day watching all three of the original movies... 
by Zack Hudson | Apr 27, 2022 | Be Series, Leadership
I love willow trees. It stems from my early childhood when we didn’t have much, but we did have a huge (to me) willow tree that grew in our backyard. They are found all over the world, but the one in our backyard was the only one I saw as a child. It was unique,... 
by Zack Hudson | Apr 20, 2022 | Be Series, Leadership
Our family loves glow sticks. We typically keep a pack of the sticks and some of the necklaces and bracelets just in case a need arises on a trip, campout, or just a fun time in the backyard. Our kids and friends are always pleasantly surprised when we hand them... 
by Zack Hudson | Apr 13, 2022 | Be Series, Leadership
When you think about geese, there may not be a lot of positive things that come to mind. They can be mean, very territorial, and leave a mess everywhere. Many years ago when I lived in Birmingham, AL, I would go on runs around these beautiful little lakes in a large... 
by Zack Hudson | Mar 16, 2022 | Life Lessons
I seem to coach and help a lot of leaders looking for their next job or step in their career. One thing I always stress is for the person to find their job, not just any job. (Ep 228-231) There is an intentional reason behind the distinction between the two; your job... 
by Zack Hudson | Mar 9, 2022 | Leadership, Life Lessons
Your work ethic is a driver behind how you go about doing your work. Companies are continuing to increase the value of those that lead themselves with a strong work ethic, not only because of how productive they are but also because the world is changing. Customers... 
by Zack Hudson | Mar 2, 2022 | Leadership, Life Lessons
Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone was open to feedback, thankful for the insight, and then acted on the information in an impactful way? Leadership certainly would be easier, but unfortunately, that’s not the reality that the majority of us face when giving... 
by Zack Hudson | Feb 19, 2022 | Leadership, Life Lessons
Feedback in life and in work is essential for our personal growth. It’s important for you as a leader, friend, and family member to share feedback that adds value to the person that you are giving it to. Equally important to the actual feedback that you... 
by Zack Hudson | Feb 9, 2022 | Leadership, Life Lessons
Being new to an organization or new role can be an exciting time. Your energy and engagement levels are very high and if you found your job instead of settling on any job out there (EP 228-231), you likely have high hopes for your future with the company. ... 
by Zack Hudson | Feb 2, 2022 | Leadership, Life Lessons
Tough conversations are…well.. tough. It’s certainly not the most enviable part of being a leader, but it’s certainly a differentiator between an ok manager and a leader worth following. A great leader doesn’t shy away from difficult...