Enso Leadership Performance Coaching

05/19/2026

Pulling Hindsight Forward — Part 1
The Leadership Reaction Course

At Officer Candidate School in the United States Marine Corps, we ran something called the Leadership Reaction Course.

Small teams. Difficult obstacle problems. Limited resources. Time pressure. Sleep deprivation. Physical exhaustion.

My understanding over time is that many of the problems weren’t truly designed to have perfect solutions. The real test was how you responded when uncertainty, fatigue, frustration, and pressure showed up all at once.

Could you keep thinking?
Could you adapt?
Could you lead anyway?

Years later, I think one of the biggest lessons was this:

Leadership is often less about having the perfect answer and more about resisting the urge to mentally shut down when conditions become difficult.

Sometimes progress starts with simply asking: “What now?”

04/15/2026

Sustainable growth doesn’t happen by accident.
The most effective executives I coach aren’t just managing outcomes — they’re deliberately building the conditions for their team, and themselves, to grow.
These five seeds aren’t tactics. They’re habits of leadership that compound over time.
Which one needs the most attention in your world right now?
👇 Drop it in the comments.

07/08/2025

No Fast Hands in the Cockpit

As a flight student, one of the earliest lessons drilled into us was simple: no fast hands in the cockpit.

In the chaos of an emergency, the instinct is to react, fast. But in aviation, fast hands can turn a manageable issue into a crisis. You’re taught to pause, assess, and act with purpose. That mindset kept me safe as a Naval Aviator and became a principle I passed on to the next generation of pilots and WSOs when I served as a flight instructor in the Marine Corps. It’s not just about flying.

In leadership, business, and life, fast hands can show up as reactive decisions, knee-jerk emails, or assumptions made under stress. The best leaders don’t rush to grab the controls. They take a breath, gather input, and act with intention.

Whether you’re in a cockpit, a boardroom, or a tough conversation remember: calm hands, clear mind.

07/05/2025

06/27/2025

🍓 6 Ways to Level Up Your Career with Career Coaching:

04/30/2025

I ran an offsite for Capstone’s leadership team today at the Reagan library. It was a great day.

02/17/2025

02/15/2025

Being intentional about how we show up as leaders is important. Where do you need to be more flexible and where do you need to be more agile?

01/31/2025

Had an aha moment today and immediately got to work creating a visual for it. Hope this helps you in your decision-making process!

A goal without a plan is just a wish. As leaders, we are responsible for driving change, fostering accountability, and continuously improving our work environments. To do this effectively, we need a structured approach. There is no single “right” way—different models resonate with different leaders. Below are three powerful frameworks to consider. Choose one that aligns with your mindset and leadership style, and take action toward meaningful improvement.

12/04/2024

After Passing the ACC exam went for next level training to bring more value to my clients