What the Fed

As an employee, one might think, "So what, who cares, what's in it for me?" I would partially agree with that sentiment. However, being part of a successful organization and participating in a growth mindset as part of its corporate culture offers an opportunity that goes beyond just showing up and getting a paycheck. Being [...]

Hello, this is Dr. Kustin, CEO of One-Fed. For the past few months, I've been sharing insights on our What The Fed Blog, and I've been thrilled by the interest people have shown in understanding our "Why" — why we do what we do. As a physician, I took a solemn oath to "do no [...]

Research shows that exercise can have a comparable effect to antidepressant medication in treating depression. Studies indicate that regular physical activity significantly reduces depressive symptoms, often proving equally effective as medication, particularly for mild to moderate cases. In fact, combining exercise with antidepressants may offer even greater benefits than medication alone. I mention this for [...]

The election has concluded, and with that, we can finally shift our focus back to what truly matters: the holiday season and planning for the year ahead. While the election’s outcome brings new leadership, most changes from a new administration will likely have a limited direct impact on our daily lives. Factors like the cost [...]

Each day, we get up, go through our routines, and head out the door to work. But why? Beyond the obvious need to pay bills, what drives us to do the job we do? The exchange of time for money is often the primary motivator. For some, this exchange is acceptable—they find meaning and enjoyment [...]

On Sunday mornings, my routine usually involves a trip for coffee followed by a quiet moment at the beach to watch the sunrise. Most often, I do this alone, though sometimes my wife joins me. This Sunday, while she attended a yoga seminar in South Beach, I went to my version of "church" by myself. [...]

Anyone who knows me is aware that I’m a big fan of movies and music. I often weave movie quotes into conversations with my employees during meetings to anchor certain sentiments or emphasize key points. I’ve found this technique particularly effective in helping both patients and employees create a reference outside of my personal viewpoint, [...]

On previous blogs, I've shared my thoughts on where I am in life's journey and how much of my introspection comes from looking back at the past. This post follows a similar theme. Dr. Wayne Dyer writes about the four stages of a man's life: Athlete, Warrior, Statesman, and Spirit. It's in the first two [...]

Every Wednesday morning at 10:00 a.m., I have a Zoom meeting with my social media manager and SEO director. We review our weekly agenda and assess the progress we've made in strengthening Fed-Hurt's market position. During one recent meeting, the topic of my weekly blog came up, along with the question of why I sometimes [...]