By John Gronski The proverb "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another" (Proverbs 27:17) remains one of the most enduring metaphors for personal growth, mutual influence, and the power of accountability. At its core, it describes how people improve,...

One of my favorite Bible verses is Proverbs 27:17: "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." At its core, this verse is an ancient metaphor for mutual improvement, intentional accountability, and the power of high-caliber relationships. It uses the...

I recently listened to the commencement speech Tom Brady delivered at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business on May 16, 2026. In his address, he spoke about the New England Patriots' historic comeback victory in Super Bowl LI over the Atlanta Falcons on...

I have learned one of the most challenging leadership lessons: patience. Not everything happens on our timeline—often, it unfolds on God’s timeline. Years ago, a friend’s daughter struggled with alcoholism and drug addiction. We prayed for her recovery, and if I’m...

By John Gronski For many years, I’ve been captivated by idioms—those familiar phrases whose meanings go far beyond their literal words. Idioms serve as vivid, memorable shorthand, allowing us to communicate complex ideas with clarity and impact. Instead of simply...

By John Gronski All of us are in a leadership position. That position may be formal, or it may be informal. We may lead a family, a small team, or an organization of any size. If nothing else, we must lead ourselves. There is an interesting truth about leadership....