Lobsters can’t grow without shedding their shell—and neither can you. While in Nova Scotia, I realized that discomfort isn’t a problem, it’s a signal. If you’ve just taken on a new role, launched something big, or feel like your old strategies aren’t cutting it… you’re not stuck. You’re just molting.

Many leaders are burning out—not from lack of effort, but from giving too much for too long without rest or reward. In this candid reflection, Norm Adams revisits a cautionary tale from his doctor, shares the personal shift that changed everything, and offers thoughtful questions to help leaders pause, reflect, and reclaim a healthier, more intentional way to lead and live.

Tired of overproduced industry events where no one says anything real? So were we. Mining4Beer was our answer—a casual, no-pressure space for real conversations and meaningful connections. No suits, no speeches, just people showing up as themselves. And in Northern BC, that means more boots, more plaid, and talk that actually gets things done.

If I were starting a business today, I wouldn’t focus on looking ready—I’d make sure the business was worth being ready for. After 30 years in the trenches, I’ve learned what matters most: clarity, community, and the courage to course-correct. This post breaks down what I’d do differently if I had to start over—from protecting the Home Team to building with purpose instead of ego. Real talk, no fluff.

Today's workplaces are politically charged, divided by international and local issues. Leaders face the challenge of fostering unity.

Balance extremes in leadership for sustained success. Find out how balance drives effective leadership.

Back to school shouldn’t be just for ‘students’ – as a leader it’s a perfect time to focus on your growth too.

Business Development: Beyond Sales - A deep dive into the essential components that make up Business Development.

Worried about someone in your workplace? Here are simple strategies for helping.

June is Men’s Mental Health Month, highlighting a critical issue in business. With over 18% of Canadians facing mood, anxiety, or substance

Explore real-life bizarre workplace stories and legal insights that shape company culture and leadership dynamics.

You’ve heard it too many times already I’m sure, but I’ll repeat it again “if everyone is your client then no one is your client.” So, do...

A big project doesn’t have to be as daunting as we make it out to be. After all, a big project is just a collection of smaller ones.

This morning, I woke early with an epiphany. At 4:44 am, there I stood, shoveling coffee into the coffee-maker, struck by the realization...

Recently, I watched a movie about a teenager named Anthony. Set in the 1980’s, Anthony was about to finish high school but was unsure...

I have a secret. Um ... two of them, actually. I like Strategic Planning (Stop, was that a teenage eye-roll?) I’m really looking forward...

To the small business owners - you are special. You are dealing with a mix things no other generation of small business owners has ever deal

In the whimsical world of Lewis Carroll's "Alice in Wonderland," Alice finds herself lost in a bewildering forest. Seeking direction, she...

2024 is coming. Are you ready? I ask because, it’s that time of year when we get called upon to help leaders and their teams with their...

Maybe life isn’t about avoiding the bruises. Maybe, as the saying goes, it’s about collecting the scars to prove that we showed up for...