At ONE-FED, truth, integrity, and fairness are at the heart of everything we do. But we also know that sometimes, you need more than just service — you need connection, understanding, and a human touch. At the end of the day, that is what we all deserve. That’s why our blog is more than just a space for information; it’s a place for conversation, community, and shared experiences. Through it, we hope to create a sense of openness and connection between us and the people we’re honored to serve.
Are You Coachable?
Anyone of a certain age can relate to the Peanuts image of Lucy sitting behind her little booth, offering advice to [...]
Do Over
How to Wipe the Slate Clean and Move Forward This Thursday evening marks the beginning of Yom Kippur, the close of [...]
Eat the Frog: What Tom Petty Can Teach Us About Decision-Making
Tom Petty once sang in Crawling Back to You, “Most things I worry about never happen anyway.” Simple words, but a [...]
Sailing
From One-Hit Wonder to Lasting Relevance: Executive Coaching for Healthcare Providers Well, it's not far down to paradise At least it's [...]
September on the Road
September 2024 I had the good fortune of driving from Seattle to Banff, Canada in an RV with my wife. The [...]
Time Out
Be–Do–Have. Three words that describe a powerful shift in how we approach growth and fulfillment. Most people flip the order, living [...]
Video Killed the Radio Star
Many decades ago, I rode shotgun with one of my mentors to pick up some fitness equipment at a giant warehouse [...]
Shift Happens
The shifter in a manual Ferrari produces a sound unlike any other when engaging through the gears. It is distinct, precise, [...]
Cue the Music
My "hook," if you will, in most of my blogs is music or movie references. A nod to a movie line [...]
I typically write my Monday Morning Messages (M3) and blog posts on Sunday mornings. The purpose of these messages is to share some of my experiences and create a sense of community among those who care for our federal employees. If we haven’t spoken directly, or you’re unaware of my existence, please consider this an invitation to get to know me better. If you feel inclined to say hi, I welcome the chance to get to know you as well.
Good things,
Dr. Rob