"We’ve all heard the classic sayings: 'You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink' and 'Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.' But what if we combined the two? What if you could teach a horse to fish?

Yes I said it!

At first glance, it sounds absurd,, I know. Horses don’t fish! But that’s exactly the point. Leadership isn’t just about following traditional paths or offering quick solutions. Teaching a horse to fish represents the idea of tapping into the limitless possibilities of something previously unimaginable. It’s about taking what seems impossible and turning it into an opportunity for growth and innovation.

By doing something so unorthodox, you open the door to endless potential; challenging expectations, inspiring creativity, and encouraging your team to think beyond the norm. Leadership that embraces this mindset fosters a culture where individuals are empowered to not only break boundaries but to redefine them. It's about turning what was once seen as far-fetched into a new standard of achievement.

I've been using the saying 'Teach a Horse to Fish' for years now, and I’ve gotten two main reactions: either people don’t quite catch on, or they just think it’s me being my weird self (they’re not entirely wrong!). But in all seriousness, this phrase reflects how my brain work - I’m always thinking about the impossible and then working my way backward to make it happen.

I believe in challenging conventional thinking and imagining solutions beyond the norm. It’s all about pushing boundaries, empowering creativity, and finding new ways to achieve what seems unattainable.

#TeachAHorseToFish