The Wise and Foolish Farmers In a small village, two farmers, Elias and Jonas, were neighbors. One summer, an old traveler passed through and warned the villagers, "The coming winter will be the harshest in decades. Prepare well!" Elias took the warning seriously. He reinforced his barn, stocked up on...

If you haven't heard, Anthony (most of you know the “Amazing Anthony”), Emily, his wife, and Matilda, their daughter, welcomed Greta to their family. Everyone is doing well, and Emily and Anthony are now the proud parents of two beautiful little girls (I can relate as the father of two...

This month, I wanted to share some life lessons I’ve gathered over the years—not technical knowledge or detailed regulations, but the kinds of insights that shape how we approach life, relationships, and the decisions we make. I’ve learned that most people don’t care about the intricate details of selecting...

As I reflect on the moments of Thanksgiving and the warmth of the holiday season, I am reminded of the importance of gratitude, connection, and community. It’s a time to pause, to appreciate the abundance in our lives—not just in material terms, but in the richness of the relationships...

I learned an important lesson about decision-making when I hired a promising associate many years ago. This person had attended a great college, was caring, and a hard worker. The training I provided included learning the technical parts of what we do, how to communicate with individuals, and how our...

I am angry and upset. Twice within the last week, I learned from peers of mine that clients of theirs have had their personal information stolen, which affected them financially and emotionally, and has become the sole focus of their lives as they try to fix what these thieves did...