Life happens and time changes things. We learn how to buy better beef, runner smarter races, and write better blog posts. As my blogging efforts near a decade, I realized it may be time for those to change as well. Agriculture Proud will always be an important chapter in my story, but recognizing that my … Continue reading Running and Travel Fueled by Beef
Earlier this year, I received word that I would be recognized in a group of Top 10 Industry Leaders Under 40. Of course, I have quite the excitement and appreciation for being listed among some top cattle business leaders in the region. This is a community of many hard-working, independent and bright people. So to … Continue reading Top 10 Industry Leaders Under 40 – Cattle Business
On a Monday in mid-December, I received the unexpected news of company-wide layoffs as the business was restructuring. The company was relatively new in a competitive marketplace. Our rate of adoption was slow, but I’ve come to expect that when the world of agriculture meets technology. Investors wanted more and they wanted it yesterday. When … Continue reading Dealing with Unemployment and Finding a Career Path
There has been a lot of news in recent years concerning the role of the Beef Checkoff dollars and how they're utilized. A few of my personal observations: Gauging from the discussions online and in coffee-shop talk, some critics have not read the regulations establishing the role of the Beef Checkoff Some critics assume the … Continue reading Why Blame The Beef Checkoff For Promoting Beef?
Experiences, Not Things, turned out to be a good representation of my 2016. I've added several thousand new followers in the past year, so this is a good opportunity to catch up on what you may have missed. Today, I continue a review of my Top 5 posts from each social media channel. Check out … Continue reading Top 5 Agriculture Proud Instagram Posts From 2016
Experiences, Not Things, turned out to be a good representation of my 2016. I've added several thousand new followers in the past year, so this is a good opportunity to catch up on what you may have missed. Today, I continue a review of my Top 5 posts from each social media channel. Check out … Continue reading Top 5 Agriculture Proud Twitter Posts From 2016
Experiences, Not Things, turned out to be a good representation of my 2016. I've added several thousand new followers in the past year, so this is a good opportunity to catch up on what you may have missed. Today, I continue a review of my Top 5 posts from each social media channel. Check out … Continue reading Top 5 Agriculture Proud Facebook Posts From 2016
Yes, 2016 is coming to an end. For me, it has been a year with some significant highs, and a few humbling lows. I accomplished my goal of completing three marathons (each under my goal of 4 hours), checked off visits to many more states, and had some amazing opportunities to travel to several National … Continue reading Top 5 Agriculture Proud Blog Posts From 2016
Do you ever see a successful, dedicated person and wish to yourself, “Man, if I could just be as lucky as them!”? I know I have been in that position, which can easily lead to feeling depressed about my own situation – whether it be life, friendships or careers. Great luck and success is obtainable, … Continue reading Creating Your Own Luck – #AgLead
It's always good to make time for reflection on wisdom from the past. Whether that be in the form of written word, song or photos, there is almost always something to gain from the reflection. I've shared this in previous posts including characteristics of a farmer in The Farmer's Creed. Then there were the words … Continue reading Cowboy Wisdom shared in the Cattlemen’s Prayer