The latest from Joshua W. Poole

Jul 23, 2018 - by Joshua W. Poole, BRECO Federal Credit Union

Be change, speak change; see change

I once met a group of remarkable young people who taught me a valuable lesson I’ll never forget…If you want to see change, you have to be and ...

May 22, 2018 - by Joshua W. Poole, BRECO Federal Credit Union

Termination: Surviving the emotional rollercoaster

If you’ve ever had to terminate someone, you know what an emotional journey it can be, not only for the employee but for you and everyone else in the ...

Mar 19, 2018 - by Joshua W. Poole, BRECO Federal Credit Union

Moments of insane courage

You know as a kid, I always dreamt of being a superhero.  Can you imagine what it would be like to fly and possess superhuman strength?!  (Superman wannabe right here!) ...

Jan 22, 2018 - by Joshua W. Poole, BRECO Federal Credit Union

Skadoosh! Awakening your inner dragon warrior

The movie ended, adrenaline was pumping.  From the corner of my eye, a mere silhouette of something tiny, yet extremely swift, was rapidly advancing toward me.  I barely had time ...

Nov 21, 2017 - by Joshua W. Poole, BRECO Federal Credit Union

Anyone can cook

Ratatouille’s famous Chef Gusteau once stated, “Anyone can cook.”  Greatness therefore is not limited to a select few, but available to all.  Leaders have the distinct honor and responsibility ...

Sep 18, 2017 - by Joshua W. Poole, BRECO Federal Credit Union

The fellowship of uncertainty

Ahhhh you can remember it now.  Your first day as a new leader, spent quietly gazing into your crystal ball, painting for you a roadmap to change.  Oh, if it ...