by Mark Struczewski | Jul 31, 2026 | Blog
I’m 61 years young. My mother and her mother both died of Alzheimer’s. Up until my mom was diagnosed in 2018 (she lost her battle in 2022), I didn’t take particularly good care of myself. I ate what I wanted. I exercised when I felt like it. I didn’t give much thought...
by Mark Struczewski | Jul 24, 2026 | Blog
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the gap between what we’re capable of and what we actually get done. As someone who’s kept a daily running streak since August 29, 2017, I know how easy it is to let excuses creep in—even on the days when I’d rather roll over and...
by Mark Struczewski | Jul 17, 2026 | Blog
Complaining shouldn’t be on your calendar. Seriously. I watch people transition from Tigger to Eeyore, and suddenly everything feels heavy. Eeyore’s voice in your head sounds like: “It’s never gonna work out. Never gonna get another job. Never...
by Mark Struczewski | Jul 10, 2026 | Blog
This morning I had a meaningful conversation with a fellow leader. He was frustrated because some of his best people—talented, smart, always-reliable employees—had seen their efficiency and focus take a noticeable dip. His default response? Bring them into his office...
by Mark Struczewski | Jul 3, 2026 | Blog
Years ago, Kristie came to me. And to say she was overwhelmed would be putting it gently. She was a CPA, CFO, and COO of a local organization. She was caring for her special needs adult sister. And she had a creative passion burning inside her — designing handmade...