What if the most effective way to lead was to stop being a referee? In twenty years of playing and coaching Ultimate at the elite level, I’ve seen how a game with no officials—governed by "Spirit of the Game"—actually functions better than those with a police force on the field. It’s built on a radical assumption: the other person did not intend to foul you. I’ve found that this "presumption of goodness" is just as powerful in the boardroom as it is on the field. When we frame our teams around the "self-evident truth" that everyone is trying their best, we stop litigating character and start clearing obstacles. My latest post explores the intersection of sportsmanship, psychology, and the "Invisible Hand" of management.

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Beyond the daily logistics of farm life in Mono, Ontario, there is a recurring rhythm to the conversations held at the back of a pickup. While men are often socialized to bond side-by-side, I’ve found that the "real talk"—the deep thoughts and big life feelings—happens best when we are facing each other across a raised tailgate. We explore the unique psychology of why a piece of heavy steel provides the perfect "safe zone" for two people to finally set aside the work and speak the truth.