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Why Some Leaders Overestimate Their Influence In the world of leadership development, few voices are as influential as Jocko Willink and the Echelon Front Academy. Their teachings on extreme ownership, decentralized command, and leadership capital have revolutionized the way many professionals approach leadership. Yet, despite these valuable insights, there remains…

A Reflection on Y2K and Optimism in Uncertain Times As the clock ticks toward midnight on New Year’s Eve 2024, I find myself reflecting on a night exactly 25 years ago. December 31, 1999, was not just another New Year’s Eve. It was a moment steeped in anticipation, dread, and,…

As a Christmas gift this year, Brandi purchased a symbol hand drawn by Riley Martin as a gift to me. This led to a whole discussion on who and what Riley Martin was. I figured why not… write up a quick blog about the one and only Riley Martin. Riley…

Reports of mysterious drone sightings along the East and West coasts have sparked intense speculation and debate. From military surveillance theories to extraterrestrial hypotheses, the phenomenon has captivated the public. But what is the truth behind these sightings? Let’s explore the possibilities. The Facts Behind the Sightings Plausible Explanations Why…

(NOTE: This was a message/review that a friend sent me after they read the book. Pretty cool. 🙂 ) Books have the unique power to immerse us in worlds that challenge our perspectives, unravel mysteries, and provoke thought. Brian Oakes’ Undermined does all this and more, delivering a gripping narrative…

Officially Announcing my book I’m beyond thrilled to announce the release of my debut book, Undermined, now available on Amazon. This project has been a labor of love, and I’m so excited to finally share it with the world. Undermined: A Story That Will Resonate At its heart, Undermined is…

Few fast-food menu items have achieved the legendary status of the McRib, McDonald’s saucy, smoky, pork sandwich that has become a cultural phenomenon. Its periodic return sparks excitement, nostalgia, and even a bit of frenzy among its loyal fans. But what is it about the McRib that inspires such devotion,…

For those who are in the know, I have been working on a project related to my crypto theft. It’s a book, or writing about what happened and more importantly how it affected my family. Just finished chapter 11. Working on the next chapter. I have a ghost writer helping…

A month into the year of 2024, and days closer to my new age of 48 I am once again at a crossroads. I have had a few of those in my life, many known… many unknown. My hope is to provide a bit of transparency this summer. Chapter 5…

Tap Tap Tap. Is this thing on? I am trying to new method to post to the wordpress blog. Now what happens? -BrianO