A Dying Breed

The old gives way to the new, and in its' wake leaves significant collateral damage. The American Dairy Farmer is a dying breed. The dairy industry has consolidated. The small guys struggle to survive and the power in the supply chain has shifted … [Read more...]

Life’s Priceless Moments

There is genuine joy in watching our children succeed and blossom. The heart of a parent overflows with love, gratitude, and unabashed exhilaration with every accomplishment of our children. As Jasmine finished her MBA, I basked in her success and … [Read more...]

From the Archives — April 2015

The following post is from the blog archives from a year ago (originally published on April 16, 2015  http://www.5oclockreflections.com/organizational-transitions/). Changes in leadership are difficult, at best. There are no easy answers. … [Read more...]

If it Ain’t Broke….

I am a firm believer in the notion, that if it ain't broke, break it. We do the same old things, the same old way, because change is a daunting task. Personally or professionally, how will we ever get better, or gain unique insight into a problem … [Read more...]