How we lead ourselves - physically and mentally - is our foundation.

At the beginning of COVID, nearly 2 years ago, I briefly started watching home improvement shows with my wife and daughter.

After long days of "pandemic business management" and generally trying to process what this pandemic was going to mean for me and my family, some mindless tv was just what I needed.

And, to be honest, it was a fun way to relax and connect with my family!

If you've watched ANY home improvement show you know the drill....buy a house, fix the house, everyone oohs and aah over the house.

One of the first things they look into is the house foundation. I was amazed at the damage they often found - termites, water damage, bad building practices, and so on.

Sometimes, home that look great on the surface are almost beyond repair if the foundation is severely damaged.

If it is salvageable it can put the entire project on hold, cost tons of money, time, and energy.

After several home improvement shows I was struck by the analogy we can draw from this crumbling house foundations.

How we lead ourselves - physically and mentally - is our foundation.


Foundations are easy to ignore.

They are hidden, out of sight, and we don't notice them until we take a closer look.

We have no idea they're crumbling until we get out our flashlight and take a really close look.

And let's be honest, often we see the signs.

A strange sound, a little drip, a concerning stain.

Fatigue, heightened anxiety, a general feeling of grumpiness.

But, we ignore the signs. They're pretty inconvenient.

The problem is, the more we ignore them the worse they will get.

The house foundation will continue to crumble.

Our bodies will continue to crumble too.

If you feel like you're crumbling a bit, don't be afraid to take a closer look.

Get out your flashlight, get curious, and ask yourself, "how am I feeling? How does my body feel?"

And, if you want some guidance and support to strengthen your foundation take a look at the Lead Yourself program with Tanya.

Tanya is taking only 10 participants. There are a few spots left.

She will be getting the ball rolling with a Welcome Call on Wednesday, March 16th.

Jeff on NBC: Why Putin and Russia's Ukraine war should matter to America

Less than a week ago the world was led down the path of a new crisis.

I have been on the radio and in meetings virtually nonstop since Russia invaded Ukraine.

The stories and images coming out of the region are simultaneously heartbreaking and inspiring. Terrifying and courageous.

Ukraine is certainly showing the world, and its aggressor, what patriotism truly is.

While the Russia-Ukraine conflict is geographically distant, the consequences of Putin's aggression could have ripple effects beyond Eastern Europe.

As leaders, it is critical we remain informed and aware of what is happening in our ever shrinking world. What happens thousands of miles away will, for better or worse, have an impact on us here at home.

I wrote an opinion article for NBC News THINK. And, I have read several other articles that I think provide valuable information and analysis on the current situation.

All these articles are listed below.

If you have questions or comments please let me know.

Because, an informed world is a safer world.


Jeff's article recommendations about
Russia-Ukraine conflict


Don't forget! Lead Yourself starts in less than two weeks.

In a world where we are surrounded by crisis and tragedy it can feel like our troubles and challenges pale in comparison. #firstworldproblems

But, this doesn't meant that our needs are less valid or important.

Our kids, families, colleagues, and organizations still need us. They need us now more than ever. They need us physically healthy and mentally sound. They need us to be an example.

THIS is how you lead yourself so you can lead those around you..
THIS is how we create our collective comeback.


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