My American Dream for this era is that we do the hard work of rebuilding fundamentals, together. If we do that, the next generation can swing at truly transforming humanity.
All in Citizenship and Community
Gift Giving is an Act of Rebellion
A culture of favors vs. a culture of gifts
The American Dream Is Alive
It lives wherever there is light.
We Are All Near Misses
That we all have moments of near-death, is a reason to have a little extra grace.
How to become the richest man in the world
Having strings attached is the point.
Surplus should be shared
For me, our biggest debates about politics and culture come down to two questions about surplus.
When in doubt, just smile
If we don’t know how to treat someone who is not a close tie, we can just smile.
Eyes help us unsee
Looking someone in the eye is bigger than just respect.
How to Make Selflessness Joyful
Selflessness becomes joyful when we focus on creating something lasting beyond our lifetimes, giving us a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Audacious Dreams: The Key to True Inclusivity
Audacious dreams inspire collective effort and overcome the zero-sum mindset, making true inclusivity possible.
Imagination is a Foundational Leadership Skill
How do we cultivate imagination? By building things and talking about our dreams.
Doing Strategy in Politics
Don’t give me a platform without a vision first!
We Yearn For The Next Mile of Freedom
Every generation yearns for that next mile toward freedom. So do we.
Our Duty as Era-Spanners
Understanding the world before and after a major technological change creates an opportunity and obligation to guide how moral questions are answered.
Legacy Beyond Life: Introducing the Centennial Obituary Exercise
We can clarify the life we want to have, if we imagine the ripple effect we hope to have long after we’ve gone, to people we’ve never met.
Children bring out our best
In the company of children, we naturally embrace a kindness often lost among adults. It's this child-inspired grace I believe we can extend to all our interactions.
Crafting a Resident-Centric CX Strategy for Michigan
What might a resident-centric strategy to attract and retain talent look like for Michigan?
A cross-sector focus on labor productivity would increase prosperity for the State of Michigan.
Small, courageous acts, though less recognized, are crucial in driving transformative change, demonstrating that true influence often resides in the subtlest of behaviors.
How do I get out of just thinking about my own success and affluence?