Randall Polito

Perspective

Writing on organizational change, leadership, and recovery — drawn from two decades of guiding people and institutions through transitions that mattered.

The Chinese Farmer

A parable about patience, allowing things to play out, and not jumping to conclusions.

The Mexican Fisherman

A parable about priorities, balance, and what you're actually chasing.

Let the Magic Happen

Guardrails protect you. Prison bars imprison you. Know the difference.

What You Want Now vs What You Want Most

The question that separates intention from impulse.

It's All Small Stuff

Perspective is everything. Most of what you're stressing about doesn't matter.

Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously

Rule 62: The professional world is a construct. You built it. You can refuse it.

Don't Judge the Fish

Everyone measures success differently. Stop judging theirs.

You're Defined by What You Do Next

One win out of 1,000 is an anomaly, not a trend.

Success is Internal

You can be lapping the field and still feel like you're failing.

Wu Wei: Effortless Action

Prepare obsessively. Then respond to what's actually in front of you.