Mark Putrus

The life you want isn’t the story someone else has written.

It’s yours to create, in your own way and in your own time.

Follow your heart, trust your path, and let it unfold into something that feels true to you.

Energy is one of those human currencies that doesn’t refill on demand. Spend it wisely. Protect it fiercely. Reinvest it where it matters most.

"Culture eats strategy for breakfast" doesn't tell the full story. Without the right strategy, you can't win. And winning shapes culture. That said, I've never seen a toxic culture win in the long run. The two are inseparable, and great leaders focus on both.

Leadership isn’t more work because it’s busier. It’s more work because it’s personal. You carry the weight of others—their growth, trust, and belief in what’s possible. The rhythm is heavier, but the rewards are endless.

Happy Thanksgiving to all those celebrating in the U.S.! 🍁

Modern luxury is the ability to think clearly, sleep deeply, move slowly, and live quietly in a world designed to prevent all four.

As leaders, we often overlook the “invisible” work that gets done. A key sign of burnout is a slowdown in innovation and creativity as the brain enters self-preservation mode. Stay alert.

Super excited to join the conversations here at @bsky.app!