by Misti Burmeister | Feb 10, 2026 | Leadership, Provoke your Performance |
This morning, I had an experience that left me stung—literally and figuratively. It was a swim that turned into a lesson about trust, fear, and listening to the signals our bodies give us. Here’s what happened and what I learned. The Swim That Stung I swim at Savannah...
by Misti Burmeister | Feb 3, 2026 | Leadership, Provoke your Performance |
Recently, I found myself behind the wheel of a Mercedes, a car often associated with wealth, success, and prestige. It’s a vehicle that turns heads, sparks whispers, and carries with it an unspoken set of expectations about who the driver must be. Yet, as much as it...
by Misti Burmeister | Jan 27, 2026 | Leadership, Provoke your Performance |
Yvette and I were at a busy restaurant recently when we finally got the chance to connect with Sean and his wife — new friends we’d been looking forward to getting to know. It felt like one of those rare moments where schedules aligned and conversation could unfold...
by Misti Burmeister | Jan 20, 2026 | Leadership, Provoke your Performance |
“People are having trouble knowing where to spend their time.” I heard this at a recent networking event, and it struck a chord—not just with me, but with everyone in the room. We live in a world overflowing with opportunities, demands, and distractions, leaving many...
by Misti Burmeister | Jan 13, 2026 | Leadership, Provoke your Performance |
What if the secret to stronger relationships, smoother conversations, and fewer misunderstandings was closer than we imagined? Listening might sound simple, yet it’s one of the most overlooked and poorly practiced tools for connection. At its heart, effective...
