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Reflections on leadership, workplace culture, and the intersection of technology and humanity. Thoughts from 20+ years of building people-first organizations.

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Business Management
October 26, 2025

Taxing Effort: Why Guam Fails Startups

From punitive revenue taxes to manual paperwork, Guam's policies stifle business growth. We dissect the hurdles, compare with Singapore's success, and offer concrete solutions to foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

GuamStartupsBusiness PolicyGross Receipts TaxDigital TransformationEconomic Development
Technology & Society
October 20, 2025

Riding the AI Wave: A Developer's Survival Guide

I always believed in AI's potential, even when my colleagues were skeptics. After my company's unexpected shutdown, I finally got the chance to prove them wrong. The wave of change is here, and standing still is not an option.

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Technology & Society
February 25, 2025

The AI Revolution: Balancing Automation, Innovation, and Humanity

As AI transforms the workplace, leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technological advancement and human values.

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Life & Culture
December 11, 2024

Happiness Is A Choice

In the quiet moments between deadlines and the endless scroll, a simple truth emerges: happiness isn’t something we find, buy, or achieve. It’s something we choose.

MindfulnessMinimalismSustainabilityWell-beingPhilosophy
Leadership & Culture
November 8, 2024

Looking Beyond the Résumé

We're taught to trust the résumé, but the most important qualities of a great hire are the ones you can't list on paper. Here's how to find the people who will truly transform your team.

HiringRecruitmentHRTalent AcquisitionLeadershipManagementSoft Skills
Leadership & Culture
October 28, 2024

The Accidental COO: Leadership Lessons on Why True Power Isn't About Being in Charge

I never wanted to be a COO. My career was a series of accidental leadership roles, each teaching me the same lesson: true influence isn't about authority, but about creating an environment where others can shine. From a simple game of chess to building a company from the ground up, here are the quiet qualities that define the most effective second-in-command.

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