Ed Robinson’s Blog
Introduction: The New Reality of Parenting Childhood today looks very different than it did a generation or two ago. Between participation trophies, endless youth leagues, and social media highlight reels, kids are feeling…
Leaders Should Model and Expect Learning Behavior
Introduction: The Need for Continuous Learning “Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” — John F. Kennedy Every great leader I’ve ever met has one thing in common—they love to learn. It’s…
The Conqueror Who Chose Peace – A Leadership Conversation with Ashoka the Great
My fictitious leadership interview with Ashoka the Great: Background He is one of the most fascinating figures from ancient India’s past. His empire encompassed a vast portion of the Indian subcontinent, and he…
The Price of Victory – A Fireside Conversation with Winston Churchill
Another installment in my series of fictional interviews with historical leadership figures. This time it is Winston Churchill. “To each, there comes in their lifetime that special moment when they are figuratively tapped…
Creativity Regained Article: Lessons from Robert Redford and Sundance
“Do you think the world was created by an accountant? No! The universe was created by the combustion of a creative explosion.” — Robert Redford I decided to revisit this article after hearing about…
Leading Through Uncertainty: Turning Turbulence Into Strength
Uncertainty Is Reality “The storm doesn’t build your skills; it reveals them.” Uncertainty isn’t a visitor—it’s the neighborhood we work in. Every leader, whether running a start-up, a family business, or a large…
Moving Beyond Gut Decisions: A Practical Guide for Business Owners
How many times have you made decisions on instinct or with minimal information—only to regret it later? When you’re just starting out, gut decisions often work. Being opportunistic, tactical, and reactive can fuel…
Where Have Our Leaders Gone?
Leaders: Something Feels Deeply Unsettled in Our Society Today. You can hear it in conversations at work, see it in headlines, and feel it in the quiet worries people carry home. We’re bombarded…
The Pen and the Republic – A Leadership Conversation with Thomas Jefferson
Educate the people. Respect their judgment. Fear concentrated power. And question everything—even your own certainty... Lead with reason, not rage. Serve not for glory—but for posterity... Remember: a republic is not inherited. It…
Civility Isn’t Dead—But It Needs a Revival
This isn’t about being old-fashioned. Civility never goes out of style. It’s about how we treat each other when nobody’s keeping score. With that in mind, here are some practical reminders—simple habits and…
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