Build with purpose,
ship with conviction
These principles are how I orient my personal and professional life.
Be Professional
Professionalism extends beyond our paying career - it defines how we approach every aspect of life. True professionalism means bringing high levels of engagement and focus to any task, while maintaining objectivity and avoiding personal or emotional interference. It's about consistently delivering the results that others depend on you to achieve.
"The essence of professionalism is the focus upon the work and its demands, while we are doing it, to the exclusion of all else." - Brendan Francis
Be Decisive
Analysis is important, but action is essential. Indecision is simply deciding to let the world decide for you.
"Truly successful decision-making relies on a balance between deliberate and instinctive thinking." - Malcolm Gladwell
Be Respectful
Each of us is a person and deserves to be treated with courtesy, regardless of their background, beliefs, or opinions.
"I speak to everyone in the same way, whether he is the garbage man or the president of the university." - Albert Einstein
Be Humble
Confidence without humility is arrogance. Every person you meet knows something you don't, approach each interaction as a chance to learn.
"Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it's thinking of yourself less." - Rick Warren
Be Responsible
Take ownership of your actions, decisions, and their consequences. When things go right, share the credit. When things go wrong, own it and fix it.
"You must take personal responsibility. You cannot change the circumstances, the seasons, or the wind, but you can change yourself." - Jim Rohn
Living the Principles
These aren't just words on the internet, they are the constellation that guides me. I often fall short or stray from the path, but the pursuit of these ideals shapes how I work and the challenges I seek.
If these principles resonate with you, reach out!