The Brief

Welcome to the Archive of The Brief

Each week, The Brief offers a sharp, no-fluff reflection on clarity, leadership, and the work that matters. Whether you’re here to catch up, revisit a past edition, or see what this newsletter is all about, you’re in the right place.

This isn’t just a collection of old emails — it’s a growing body of work meant to challenge how you think, focus your energy, and help you lead with conviction.

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July 7th, 2025 - [The Brief] You’re Not Behind—You’re Just Beginning

July 14th, 2025 - [The Brief] You Don’t Need More Discipline—You Need Better Allies

July 21st, 2025 - [The Brief] Stop Waiting for Motivation—Start Showing Up

July 28th, 2025 - [The Brief] Why failure might be your most useful tool

August 4th, 2025 - [The Brief] How Values Shape Better Leadership Decisions

August 11th, 2025 - [The Brief] Stand firm when it matters most

August 18th, 2025 - [The Brief] Learning in an age of image makers

August 25th, 2025 - [The Brief] The Dragon at the Gate

September 1st, 2025 - [The Brief] Crossing the Threshold: Why Growth Lives Beyond Comfort

September 7th, 2025 - [The Brief] Train Your Mind Like a Muscle

September 14th, 2025 - [The Brief] The Hard Truth of Conflict

September 21st, 2025 - [The Brief] Defending Your Values: Integrity Requires Courage

September 28th, 2025 - [The Brief] Designing a Life That’s Truly Yours

October 6th, 2025 - [The Brief] Stand Up to Bullies

October 13th, 2025 - [The Brief] Be Greedy with Your Time

October 20th, 2025 - [The Brief] Prioritize Health

October 27th, 2025 - [The Brief] Pay Attention to Details

November 3rd, 2025 - [The Brief] Friction and the Moral Muscle

November 10th, 2025 - [The Brief] What’s holding you back

November 17th, 2025 - [The Brief] Redefining Hard

November 24th, 2025 - [The Brief] Don’t Quit

December 1st, 2025 - [The Brief] Surviving Distraction, Delay, and Doubt

December 8th, 2025 - [The Brief] The Accumulation Effect

December 15th, 2025 - [The Brief] Significance Doesn’t Require Permanence

December 22nd, 2025 - [The Brief] Remembering What We Already Know

December 29th, 2025 - [The Brief] Definition Is a Standard, Not a Feeling