Today begins the 2026 National Football League Draft!

Aside from it being one of my favorite sports days of the year (yes, I’m a huge dork), the Draft provides NFL organizations with a real opportunity to build. But, selecting the right talent requires not only a great deal of work, it mandates that decisionmakers eliminate outdated and anachronistic ways of thinking. In recognition of the Draft and of the importance of effectively assembling YOUR team, I have reposted my video from a year ago shortly after my Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl VICTORY! How did the Eagles reach the pinnacle of the NFL? Look no further than the hiring practices the team employed in assembling its roster. Who did the Eagles bring into the nest? Players with flaws? ✅ Players overlooked or looked past? ✅ Players cast off by other franchises? ✅ Players who rivals considered "not worth the money." ✅ The Eagles didn't do things the way they always had been done. The team refused constantly to rely on archaic norms and antiquated ways of thinking. And in so doing, the Eagles achieved the ultimate success. Far too many organizations refuse to adapt and refuse to adjust to the ever-changing landscape, to new ways of thinking, to the realities of the evolving applicant pool. Please give this a serious listen and please comment and share! And, let’s all say it together . . . E-A-G-L-E-S!

Last weekend, I had the privilege of volunteering💁‍♂️at the American Cancer Society's Philadelphia Coaches vs Cancer BasketBall🏀Gala. The BasketBall Gala is an annual event, this year attended by approximately 350 people and this year raising over $800,000 to support the cancer community. A more inspirational evening I simply cannot imagine.🤲

Throughout the course of the night, I witnessed true outpourings of love❤️, moving tributes💌and transformative acts of generosity and philanthropy💓. I also was reminded, through the conduct and thoughtfulness of those sponsoring and hosting and running the event, what meaningful leadership looks like. I saw, first hand and in real time, the importance of:

☑️ Engaging in sponsorship and using our influence to benefit others

☑️ Being selfless with our time (even when it’s hard)

☑️ Empowering those who report to us

☑️ Anticipating issues and owning mistakes when they happen

☑️ Showing appreciation for a job well done

As always, friends, thank you for watching, for commenting and sharing. And, in the words of Coach Phil Martelli, let’s CRUSH CANCER!

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Okay, maybe "sins" is aggressive and "deadly" 💀 hyperbolic, but these mistakes are very serious, far too common and simply cannot happen. 🙅‍♂️

After a brief ADA primer, this week's video examines what are, based on my experience in assisting clients confronting these issues, a sort of Top 🔟 list of ADA interactive process mistakes. These frequently-made errors apply to leaders and to HR pros alike, so it truly is relevant and important content for everyone. 💡

As always, please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.

And, thank you so much for your continuing to comment and to share!

A quick reminder that my new podcast, Like A Boss, is now available on the following platforms. I'd be truly honored if you would follow!

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Spotify

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Youtube

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Duane Morris Institute