Archive - Aspirations of Excellence

How bad days can help us reframe our work

“Money comes naturally as the result of service.

Apr 8 • David Wells

March 2026

From the archive - Your Fifth Strategic Goal Isn’t That Important

There is tremendous power in curating your goal list

Mar 31 • David Wells

Field Notes - March 2026

Mar 24 • David Wells

A framework to maximize your effectiveness on a board

The 2 dimensions of strategic purpose and power

Mar 17 • David Wells

The basics and bests of Aspirations of Excellence

Mar 10 • David Wells

10 Questions you should ask before serving on a board

I’m focusing in March on boards of directors and the high likelihood that you may choose to serve on one at some point.

Mar 10 • David Wells

When are you ready to be on a board?

Years ago, an emergency all hands meeting was called by my then employer.

Mar 3 • David Wells

February 2026

Field Notes - February 2026

Feb 24 • David Wells

How to audit your ambition

February's alignment check

Feb 18 • David Wells

Should You Quit? Ask These 5 Questions

Recently, I was having lunch with someone earlier in his career.

Feb 10 • David Wells

Becoming Someone Who Can Survive Their Dreams

What I wish I knew about ambition and failure

Feb 3 • David Wells

January 2026

Field notes - January 2026

Jan 27 • David Wells

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