Fresh Paint: Embracing Change and Renewal at Walt Disney World
In case you haven’t noticed, Disney is already deep into Halloween Season. Scary! As we transition from the warmth of late summer to the crispness of early fall, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our dreams and goals. This…
Getting Unstuck: How Walt Disney Overcame Obstacles on Disneyland’s Opening Day
Many Disney fans are familiar with the chaotic opening day of Disneyland, known as Black Sunday. From the overwhelming crowds to the gas leak in Fantasyland, and the still-wet asphalt on Main Street U.S.A., the stories of that day are…
Walt Disney’s Guide to Lifelong Learning: Lessons Beyond the Classroom
As the new school year approaches, we often think about traditional education—textbooks, classrooms, and degrees. But what if we took a lesson from someone whose educational journey defied convention? Walt Disney, one of the greatest storytellers and innovators of our…
Freeing Yourself from Fear: A Four-Step Approach
Have you ever felt your heart race at the thought of pursuing a big idea, a lofty goal, or a dream that seems just out of reach? You’re not alone. Imagine standing on the precipice of a new adventure, feeling…
Disneyland’s Decibels
Have you heard of DisneylandForward? It’s Disney’s ambitious plan for expanding its footprint in Southern California and includes proposals for new lands, new attractions, plus new shopping and dining experiences. Every Disney fan is eagerly awaiting the details, but little…
“Most Improved”
Years ago, I had a student show up in my office asking if he could get his test back. The day before, I had returned the second of three major exams to the class, but it was a class he…
Resurrection Monday
Twenty years ago, I received a devastating phone call on Easter Sunday. Jack, a close friend in his early fifties, had passed away. The caller had no other details. No cause of death. Jack was just gone. Shocked, I…
The Way to Get Started
Earlier this month, I came across a quote I want to use as the focus for this week’s WEDnesdays with Walt. “Ideas don’t come out fully formed. They only become clear as you work on them. You just have to…
It All Started with a “Morse”
Have you ever wondered what Walt Disney would think of social media? From Facebook to Instagram, Snapchat to TikTok, it’s hard to imagine Walt having to deal with today’s technologies. But he did. At least in his own way. Earlier…
The Privilege of Forgetting
Do you ever get frustrated at your own forgetfulness? Welcome to the club! Over the years, I’ve managed to forget $5,000 in cash at an ATM machine, both an iPhone and an iPad on the roof of a car, even…