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Virtual Leadership Development: Skills for the Modern Leader
In today’s fast-paced, digitally connected world, leadership has taken on a new dimension. The traditional image of a leader standing at the front of a room, commanding attention, is evolving into something more fluid and dynamic. I find myself reflecting on how virtual leadership skills have become essential for anyone aiming to inspire, guide, and empower teams across distances. It’s like learning to conduct an orchestra where the musicians are scattered across different ci
jlak05
7 days ago4 min read
Celebrating Life: The Heart Behind Angel and Diesel: A Change in Family Plans
A very special project, Angel and Diesel: A Change in Family Plans , is finally becoming available to the world on April 20, 2026 with Barnes & Noble. While it is a fun children’s book about two clever dogs, the story behind why I wrote it is much deeper. It is a story about survival, a father’s love, and a seven-year-old boy who helped me choose life. A Choice Between Two Paths In December 2008, I received news that no one wants to hear. My autologous stem cell transplant—wh
jlak05
Apr 73 min read

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