by Gene Burke Starting Your Journey, Mastering the “Soft Skills” of Workplace Survival When most people think about "navigating the workplace," they picture all sorts of scenarios: acing your first big meeting, dealing with tough bosses, or maybe making your way through an office-wide email chain that somehow turned into a 3-day saga. But here's the thing: navigating the workplace isn’t just about doing your job well; it’s also about mastering the soft skills , those behind-t

by Gene Burke (an excerpt from The Iron Road - Develop the Habits of Success) Anger is a powerful emotion, one that can quickly spiral out of control if not managed effectively. When left unchecked, it can cause significant damage to relationships, mental and physical health, and overall well-being. This chapter explores the destructive potential of anger and offers practical strategies for cultivating emotional intelligence and self-control, enabling individuals to transform

by Gene Burke Safety Second Situational awareness equips you  to act proactively rather than reactively  in unpredictable environments. It enables you to: •Recognize potential threats early, before situations become dangerous •Sense rising tension, stress, or hostile intent in people around you •Read environments and situations clearly to identify risk and safety •Adjust your behavior, positioning, and communication in real time •Notice escape options, safe spaces, and warnin