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This week's "Word of the Week" is DISCIPLINE. What does it mean to you and your leadership? Let's go!

Finish strong on purpose. Between now and 4PM: • Revisit one standard that slipped this week • Send one message that reinforces direction • Make one decision you have been sitting on • Express one clear expectation for next week Most leaders coast into the weekend. Strong leaders use Friday afternoon to position Monday. Energy fades late in the day. That is exactly why your presence matters more. Do not drift into the weekend. Land the plane with authority. Coach Mike

The thing that quietly drained me the most in 2025 was not saying no enough.

A behavior that I have strengthened in 2025 is speaking up more. I used to refer to myself as a ‘silent leader’, relying more on my actions. But I’ve realized that speaking up when needed is necessary and has simultaneously strengthened my communication skills. A behavior that has slipped in 2025 is my promptness. I’ve been relying on my ability to work under pressure, but I know that being prompt and on my goals earlier will produce better results than procrastinating.