Everyone’s Busy, But Nothing’s Moving
When effort masks misalignment - and burnout becomes the operating system. This is the third post in a quarterly series exploring the problems organizations bring us, and what’s often really going on underneath them. The first post looked at why so many organizations conclude they have a strategy problem when something else is actually breaking down. The second explored decision paralysis - what happens when discussion replaces commitment. This entry continues that thread. As
Following the Winding Road: Implementing the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
After quietly crossing the finish line on July 11, 2026, the once-in-a-generation 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is a comprehensive, bipartisan federal reform designed to combat the housing affordability crisis by increasing supply and reducing regulatory barriers. The legislation streamlines environmental reviews, incentivizes local zoning changes, updates several housing programs across several federal agencies such as HUD,
Launching your dream without an instruction manual: A Business Fable
Chapter 4 - The Payoff of a Plan Welcome back to our series exploring the "Fable Framework," a journey through the hidden pitfalls of growing a professional services firm, told through the story of Bob, a seasoned lawyer, and his wife, Carol. Catch up on the earlier posts here: Beyond "I Can't Take It Anymore", The Cost of a Shortcut. and The Cost of Operating Without a Plan When we last left Bob and Carol, Bob was finally making real money after his rocky start with Steve ("
