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  • Becoming a Leader
    • Dec 31, 2020 My Biggest Leadership Lesson of 2020
    • Nov 17, 2020 Top 10 Lessons in Leading
    • Oct 13, 2020 Leading Through Others
    • Apr 30, 2020 Some Lessons I Hope We Are Learning
    • Mar 14, 2020 Leading in Times of Crisis: COVID-19
    • Aug 25, 2019 Thoughts on Courage
    • Feb 2, 2019 The Humanity of Business
    • Jul 22, 2018 Thoughts on Emotional Intelligence
    • Apr 1, 2018 Trust & Leadership
    • Feb 13, 2018 GRIT - The Essential Ingredient
    • Jan 3, 2018 Privilege Is a Lens
    • Oct 27, 2017 Just Trust Me!
    • Oct 23, 2017 Thoughts on Character
    • Sep 17, 2017 Dare to Dream
    • Sep 14, 2017 Thoughts on Integrity
    • Aug 30, 2017 Entrepreneurial Leaders Have GRIT
    • Aug 20, 2017 Communication, Action and Trust
    • Jul 28, 2017 It's Not My Fault... Fear & Blame at Work
    • Jul 18, 2017 It's Not About What You Say...
    • Jun 29, 2017 Your Human Network
    • Jun 14, 2017 From Founder to CEO
    • Jun 7, 2017 The Addictive Nature of Power
    • Feb 26, 2017 I. You. We.
    • Jan 17, 2017 My 4AM - The Dream
    • Jan 8, 2017 Becoming
    • Dec 10, 2016 Door of Opportunity
    • May 9, 2015 Founder to CEO
    • Apr 19, 2015 Creativity and Corporate Culture
    • Jan 9, 2015 Powering Your Mojo
    • Sep 11, 2014 9/11/2001 vs. 9/11/2014
    • Sep 5, 2014 Send The Elevator Back Down
    • Jul 4, 2014 Leadership Is Hard
    • Jun 14, 2014 Basic Ingredients of Leadership
    • May 24, 2014 Can This Founder Lead?
    • Mar 29, 2014 Lessons In Leadership
    • Mar 27, 2014 Why I Love To Teach
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Secret of Greatness
    • Mar 27, 2014 Mentoring; Advising The CEO
    • Mar 27, 2014 Advice for MBA Students
    • Mar 27, 2014 To Live: Reason, Purpose & Self Esteem
    • Mar 27, 2014 Traits: The Startup Leader
    • Mar 27, 2014 Young Entrepreneur Credibility
    • Mar 27, 2014 What Would James Madison Think?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Capability & Strategy
    • Mar 26, 2014 Boards: 10 Tips for CEOs
    • Mar 26, 2014 Team: Considerations & Insights
    • Mar 26, 2014 New Leaders: 7 Pitfalls to Avoid
    • Mar 26, 2014 Balance: Does It Really Exist?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Leadership: Which Is Your Message?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Our Curb Appeal
    • Mar 26, 2014 The Leader's Dashboard
    • Mar 26, 2014 USP: What's Your USP?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Leadership Lessons from Colin Powell
    • Mar 26, 2014 Mojo: My Own Motivation
    • Mar 26, 2014 MB: The Meaning of Life
    • Mar 26, 2014 Motivation
    • Mar 26, 2014 My Personal Drivers
    • Mar 19, 2014 Facing Fear : Gaining Courage
    • Mar 19, 2014 Leadership with Maslow
    • Mar 14, 2014 Thinking About an MBA?
  • Business
    • Nov 1, 2018 Dare to Dream
    • Dec 31, 2017 Thoughts on Work
    • Jul 3, 2017 Creativity, Community & Culture
    • Jan 14, 2017 Disruptive Innovation
    • May 9, 2015 Founder to CEO
    • Jan 9, 2015 Powering Your Mojo
    • Jun 14, 2014 Basic Ingredients of Leadership
    • Mar 29, 2014 Lessons In Leadership
    • Mar 27, 2014 Why I Love To Teach
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Secret of Greatness
    • Mar 27, 2014 Mentoring; Advising The CEO
    • Mar 27, 2014 Advice for MBA Students
    • Mar 27, 2014 Power: Economics vs. Political Power
    • Mar 27, 2014 Traits: The Startup Leader
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Difference in Ideas & Opportunities
    • Mar 26, 2014 Capability & Strategy
    • Mar 26, 2014 Boards: 10 Tips for CEOs
    • Mar 26, 2014 Team: Considerations & Insights
    • Mar 26, 2014 New Leaders: 7 Pitfalls to Avoid
    • Mar 26, 2014 Balance: Does It Really Exist?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Leadership: Which Is Your Message?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Our Curb Appeal
    • Mar 26, 2014 The Leader's Dashboard
    • Mar 26, 2014 USP: What's Your USP?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Human Right Vs. Human Wrong
    • Mar 26, 2014 Leadership Lessons from Colin Powell
    • Mar 26, 2014 Mojo: My Own Motivation
    • Mar 26, 2014 Business Creation: The Model
    • Mar 26, 2014 Motivation
    • Mar 19, 2014 Facing Fear : Gaining Courage
    • Mar 19, 2014 Leadership with Maslow
    • Mar 14, 2014 Thinking About an MBA?
  • Entrepreneur Center
    • May 24, 2014 Source of Jobs // New Companies
    • May 24, 2014 Can This Founder Lead?
    • May 21, 2014 Entrepreneurial Mindset
    • Apr 2, 2014 Google Demo Day: Invision Heart
    • Mar 29, 2014 Lessons In Leadership
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Valley of Death
    • Mar 27, 2014 Startups: The Right Mindset
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Media // Image of the Entrepreneur
    • Mar 27, 2014 Traits: The Startup Leader
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Difference in Ideas & Opportunities
    • Mar 27, 2014 Young Entrepreneur Credibility
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Truth About Entrepreneurship
    • Mar 26, 2014 Capability & Strategy
    • Mar 26, 2014 Gaining Investor Interest
    • Mar 26, 2014 Boards: 10 Tips for CEOs
    • Mar 26, 2014 The Dreamer & Opportunity
    • Mar 26, 2014 10 Worst Opening Pitch Lines
    • Mar 26, 2014 USP: What's Your USP?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Leadership Lessons from Colin Powell
    • Mar 26, 2014 Mojo: My Own Motivation
    • Mar 26, 2014 Motivation
    • Mar 19, 2014 Facing Fear : Gaining Courage
    • Mar 19, 2014 Leadership with Maslow
  • Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
    • May 24, 2014 Source of Jobs // New Companies
    • May 21, 2014 Entrepreneurial Mindset
    • Mar 27, 2014 Startups: The Right Mindset
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Media // Image of the Entrepreneur
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Truth About Entrepreneurship
    • Mar 26, 2014 Gaining Investor Interest
  • Entrepreneurship
    • Sep 9, 2019 Celebrating a Friend's Entrepreneurial Journey
    • Jun 18, 2018 The Journey of the Entrepreneurial Leader
    • Mar 16, 2017 It's The Grind
    • Jul 31, 2014 Thoughts on Perseverence
  • Executive Development
    • Aug 25, 2018 Bigger Is Not Always Better
    • Jan 9, 2015 Powering Your Mojo
    • Sep 11, 2014 9/11/2001 vs. 9/11/2014
    • Aug 29, 2014 7 Things CEOs Should Focus On
    • Jul 3, 2014 Focus: Think About Strengths
    • May 24, 2014 Can This Founder Lead?
    • May 7, 2014 7 Must Do's FOR CEO
    • Mar 29, 2014 Lessons In Leadership
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Secret of Greatness
    • Mar 27, 2014 Mentoring; Advising The CEO
    • Mar 27, 2014 Advice for MBA Students
    • Mar 26, 2014 Capability & Strategy
    • Mar 26, 2014 New Leaders: 7 Pitfalls to Avoid
    • Mar 26, 2014 Leadership Lessons from Colin Powell
    • Mar 26, 2014 Mojo: My Own Motivation
    • Mar 26, 2014 MB: The Meaning of Life
    • Mar 26, 2014 Motivation
    • Mar 26, 2014 My Personal Drivers
    • Mar 19, 2014 Facing Fear : Gaining Courage
    • Mar 19, 2014 Leadership with Maslow
    • Mar 14, 2014 Thinking About an MBA?
  • Healthcare Innovation
    • Nov 5, 2018 Human Care
    • Apr 28, 2018 Human Right vs. Human Wrong
    • Feb 26, 2018 Redefining Care Management
    • Jan 6, 2018 The Hidden Costs of Visiting an ER
    • Dec 21, 2017 Healthcare Outlook 2018: Employers
    • Dec 19, 2017 Healthcare Outlook 2018: Health Insurers
    • Dec 19, 2017 Healthcare Outlook 2018: The Providers
    • Oct 28, 2017 Total Cost of Health Care
    • Oct 21, 2017 I Worry for the Common Man
    • Sep 23, 2017 Nothing Left to Give
    • Aug 25, 2017 The "Care" Part of Healthcare
    • Jul 24, 2017 3 Drivers of the Healthcare Experience
    • Jul 15, 2017 The Health Solutions Innovator
    • Nov 17, 2016 Future of Health Care
    • Nov 10, 2016 Healthcare Disruptors
    • Aug 26, 2016 Disruption in Home Healthcare
    • Jul 15, 2016 Meaningful Patient Engagement
    • Jun 23, 2016 Care Management 2020
    • Jan 22, 2016 Innovation in Care Management
    • Oct 16, 2015 Human Care
    • Apr 2, 2014 Google Demo Day: Invision Heart
    • Mar 26, 2014 Human Right Vs. Human Wrong
  • Life/Liberty/Happiness
    • Aug 16, 2020 Turning 59: Another Trip Around the Sun
    • Aug 16, 2019 Turning 58: Another Trip Around the Sun
    • Jun 7, 2019 Lessons on Living from a Dead Man
    • Dec 22, 2018 Finding Meaning & Purpose
    • Nov 17, 2018 Thoughts on Gratitude
    • Jul 20, 2018 1000 Days
    • Jun 6, 2018 Honoring Fred Dusel
    • Feb 4, 2018 Confessions of A Grieving Parent
    • Dec 30, 2017 Walk Through Your Prison Bars
    • Nov 22, 2017 The Holiday Guest
    • Oct 24, 2017 Grief Visits Again
    • Aug 16, 2017 Another Trip Around The Sun
    • Jul 22, 2017 The Power Sharing Your Story
    • Jun 23, 2017 The Enemies of Freedom
    • Jun 22, 2017 Lessons in Tolerance
    • Jun 21, 2017 Am I My Brother's Keeper?
    • Jun 12, 2017 Living in the Present
    • Feb 10, 2017 Living With Gratitude
    • Jan 8, 2017 Becoming
    • Dec 28, 2016 Wonderful - But Not Infallible
    • Dec 10, 2016 Door of Opportunity
    • Nov 12, 2016 Liberty, Life, Happiness
    • May 25, 2016 Learning to Thrive After Loss
    • May 8, 2015 3 Rules for Building Engagement
    • Sep 11, 2014 9/11/2001 vs. 9/11/2014
    • Jul 30, 2014 My 6 Core Values
    • May 21, 2014 Entrepreneurial Mindset
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Secret of Greatness
    • Mar 27, 2014 To Live: Reason, Purpose & Self Esteem
    • Mar 27, 2014 Power: Economics vs. Political Power
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Truth About Entrepreneurship
    • Mar 27, 2014 What Would James Madison Think?
    • Mar 26, 2014 This I Believe
    • Mar 26, 2014 The Dreamer & Opportunity
    • Mar 26, 2014 Balance: Does It Really Exist?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Human Right Vs. Human Wrong
    • Mar 26, 2014 MB: The Meaning of Life
    • Mar 26, 2014 Success: At Any Age
    • Mar 26, 2014 Thoughts on Spirituality
    • Mar 26, 2014 My Personal Drivers
    • Mar 19, 2014 Facing Fear : Gaining Courage
  • Political Views
    • Sep 11, 2014 9/11/2001 vs. 9/11/2014
    • Mar 27, 2014 Power: Economics vs. Political Power
    • Mar 27, 2014 What Would James Madison Think?
    • Mar 26, 2014 This I Believe
    • Mar 26, 2014 Human Right Vs. Human Wrong
  • Startups
    • Nov 10, 2016 Healthcare Disruptors
    • May 24, 2014 Source of Jobs // New Companies
    • May 24, 2014 Can This Founder Lead?
    • Apr 30, 2014 Feedback on Your Business Idea
    • Apr 2, 2014 Google Demo Day: Invision Heart
    • Mar 29, 2014 Lessons In Leadership
    • Mar 27, 2014 Why I Love To Teach
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Valley of Death
    • Mar 27, 2014 Startups: The Right Mindset
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Media // Image of the Entrepreneur
    • Mar 27, 2014 Traits: The Startup Leader
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Difference in Ideas & Opportunities
    • Mar 27, 2014 Young Entrepreneur Credibility
    • Mar 27, 2014 The Truth About Entrepreneurship
    • Mar 26, 2014 Capability & Strategy
    • Mar 26, 2014 Gaining Investor Interest
    • Mar 26, 2014 Boards: 10 Tips for CEOs
    • Mar 26, 2014 The Dreamer & Opportunity
    • Mar 26, 2014 Team: Considerations & Insights
    • Mar 26, 2014 10 Worst Opening Pitch Lines
    • Mar 26, 2014 New Leaders: 7 Pitfalls to Avoid
    • Mar 26, 2014 Balance: Does It Really Exist?
    • Mar 26, 2014 The Leader's Dashboard
    • Mar 26, 2014 USP: What's Your USP?
    • Mar 26, 2014 Mojo: My Own Motivation
    • Mar 26, 2014 Business Creation: The Model
    • Mar 26, 2014 Motivation
    • Mar 19, 2014 Facing Fear : Gaining Courage
    • Mar 19, 2014 Leadership with Maslow
Creativity, Community & Culture
Creativity, Community & Culture

A team with a collection of powerful shared values is the real story of creativity, community, and corporate culture.  The rest is just an illusion.

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BusinessMichael BurchamJuly 3, 2017general
Your Human Network
Your Human Network

When we invest in our human network, we have the best shot at reaching our highest potential. More importantly, we also have the best shot at making a difference in the world.

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Becoming a LeaderMichael BurchamJune 29, 2017business and leadership
The Enemies of Freedom
The Enemies of Freedom

To truly be champions of the freedom of people - the true pursuit of life, liberty and happiness - we must be concerned with every miscarriage of justice, every unreasonable limitation of liberty, every arbitrary act of court or state house or capital.

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Life/Liberty/HappinessMichael BurchamJune 23, 2017general
Lessons in Tolerance
Lessons in Tolerance

Of all the lessons a man or woman must learn to be truly human, tolerance may well be the hardest.

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Life/Liberty/HappinessMichael BurchamJune 22, 2017general
Am I My Brother's Keeper?
Am I My Brother's Keeper?

All I have to offer is my voice, my hands and my actions. And regardless of what Washington does (or doesn't do) I will continue to advocate for those who do not have the strength, the health, nor the resources to advocate for themselves. 

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Life/Liberty/HappinessMichael BurchamJune 21, 2017general
From Founder to CEO
From Founder to CEO

The journey from founder to Chief Executive is akin to crossing the ocean in a row-boat. It's a difficult journey that few founders survive.  And, if you think about it carefully, there's logic to the reasons why.

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Becoming a LeaderMichael BurchamJune 14, 2017business and leadership
Living in the Present
Living in the Present

Creating a compelling future begins with accepting and embracing the present. Tomorrow is built on the back of today. 

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Life/Liberty/HappinessMichael BurchamJune 12, 2017general
The Addictive Nature of Power
The Addictive Nature of Power

So why do leaders known for integrity and leadership engage in unethical activities? Why would they risk great careers and unblemished reputations? Do they think they won't get caught or believe their elevated status puts them above the law?

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Becoming a LeaderMichael BurchamJune 7, 2017business and leadership
Pre-Existing Conditions: The Scar Tissue of Life
Pre-Existing Conditions: The Scar Tissue of Life

We all have pre-existing conditions. They are the scar tissue of life. These scars are a testament to the power of the human spirit to survive and thrive in times of trouble and deep pain. 

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Michael BurchamJune 1, 2017general
It's The Grind
It's The Grind

When building a company - It’s not just the climb, it’s the grind. It’s the getting up while other people are sleeping. It’s the walking by your TV and not letting it suck you in. It’s sucker punching Monday morning and starting your day before your fear can find you.

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EntrepreneurshipMichael BurchamMarch 16, 2017business and leadership
I. You. We.
I. You. We.

Leadership begins within the individual, as a process of relating to the world. But if we are to lead with purpose, to impact others positively, we must understand, build and rebuild the connections that link us to others - the making of "we."

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Becoming a LeaderMichael BurchamFebruary 26, 2017business and leadership
Living With Gratitude
Living With Gratitude

I am learning that living with a grateful heart unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough. 

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Life/Liberty/HappinessMichael BurchamFebruary 10, 2017general
My 4AM - The Dream
My 4AM - The Dream

It's not about who has the most talent or intelligence. It's about who is willing to make the choices that others are not willing to make. 

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Becoming a LeaderMichael BurchamJanuary 17, 2017business and leadership
Disruptive Innovation
Disruptive Innovation

Law of Disruption: People change incrementally - technology changes exponentially. Disruptive innovation brings new technologies to market, new business models, and offers customers new options. When technology outpaces skills, workers are displaced.

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BusinessMichael BurchamJanuary 14, 2017business and leadership
Becoming
Becoming

We are never truly great merely for what we are --- but for what we may become. Spend this day becoming...

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Becoming a Leader, Life/Liberty/HappinessMichael BurchamJanuary 8, 2017general
Wonderful - But Not Infallible
Wonderful - But Not Infallible

May our Country continue to be a place where human rights, freedom, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are always part of our vocabulary.

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Life/Liberty/HappinessMichael BurchamDecember 28, 2016general
Door of Opportunity
Door of Opportunity

And should you get lucky - and find yourself in a place of grace and abundance - consider holding the door open for someone else. You'll find it's the greatest gift you can give - the gift of opportunity.

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Life/Liberty/Happiness, Becoming a LeaderMichael BurchamDecember 10, 2016general
Future of Health Care
Future of Health Care

Few insurers will want to remain in a wobbly market with an uncertain future. If not the ACA, then congress must agree on a cure - or an alternative.

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Healthcare InnovationMichael BurchamNovember 17, 2016healthcare
Liberty, Life, Happiness
Liberty, Life, Happiness

There are certain universal truths that should not be forgotten if we value the foundations of our Democracy - Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness

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Life/Liberty/HappinessMichael BurchamNovember 12, 2016general
Healthcare Disruptors
Healthcare Disruptors

Converging trends are causing healthcare's incumbent players to be more challenged to meet customer expectations and maintain margin.

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Healthcare Innovation, StartupsMichael BurchamNovember 10, 2016healthcare
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