We have all succumb to the notion that being educated will get us ahead. Even more interesting is how location plays a role in education. 50% of high school graduates attend college within 100 miles of their hometown. 72% remain in state to keep the burden of expenses down. Future

It is always important to reflect on the past year as it closes for us all. Sure, we all had some things that were not so fun, however we all have prevailed. Haven’t we….we are still here….living each day…and grasping at what is next. The “Next” is what you make

Respect is one word with a simple meaning, however so few people understand what it really means. It should be expected adults and kids respect each other regardless of the situation. This goes the same for people in a position of power. Oh…they may hold a higher power, however that

We continue to see technology change the communication method of conducting business. In fact, today you can be a leader in a company of any size and still get the job done absent of physically being there. However, with this virtual world is a lack of personal touch that is

In a time where the US feels like it has turned upside down we need to have some form of blind optimism for ourselves and our families. We can cringe…..get upset…and perhaps fight with the strife going on between political parties, however what does that really do. Being optimistic usually

I often have walked passed buildings in the city streets….college campuses……statues…..plaques etc and all have some kind of name associated with who the benefactor is that is attached to the infrastructure. It is great that there are people out there who donate their vast fortunes to build structures or even

Many prep schools across the country have this thing they call the “Honor System”. This very same system flows through a few universities in the US. Back in the day I believe Colorado College was one of the few universities that focused on this method. This article is not meant

I don’t mean “Going Dark” in the way that implies something depressing, but rather applying the very principal to “focus”. We all (including myself) lack focus and attention to detail on the things that matter. It is often work and even at times family we might neglect due to a

It is so critical when shaping the future of your career (or your kids) that we all understand the importance of passion. More often than not passion can drive profit. Not just in terms of financials, but also being fulfilled in life, and you can do it together! This article

As a parent it is so critical to teach your kids in such a way they graduate to adulthood over time. Not at easy task who is to say what is the right way. However, with that said you don’t want to build a monster. Years ago I worked with