Articles by Michael Cannon

When I first started teaching English, I assumed my years of leading teams would make me a better teacher. I…

Some opportunities ask us to repeat what we already know. Others ask us to become capable of something new. I…

It is 1:45 am in Mexico. The house is quiet. My children are asleep, their football gear and iPads scattered…

It is 7:00 pm in Mexico, and the light is doing that thing it only does here, turning the dusty…

I am writing this from Mexico. If you saw the photos on a curated feed: the vibrant bougainvillea, the warm…

There are days lately where I end the day feeling like I’ve done a lot, but I’m not sure I’ve…

Burnout recovery requires more than a vacation. Avoid common traps like ignoring cognitive load, chasing efficiency, and measuring the wrong…

There is a seductive myth in the world of professional growth: the “Grand Leap.” You’ve seen the LinkedIn posts. Someone…

Mindful leadership matters more than ever, to prevent burnout and distraction. Here’s a practical framework to lead intentionally.

Living deliberately involves conscious choices, purpose, principles, and values for a meaningful life.