The Mike Horne Blog

As Q4 2025 unfolds and 2026 approaches, I find myself reflecting on what it truly means to make a difference at scale, especially for leaders tasked with guiding genuine, lasting transformation. Each year brings renewed urgency, but the arrival of fall is always a reminder that more can be achieved (I attribute this to the start of every fall term in education). More people can be supported, more organizations can thrive, and more purposeful change is within reach. The months ahead represent a remarkable opportunity to increase our impact before another year ends.

Leading with intention is more than just setting goals. It's the deliberate choice to lead with clarity and purpose. When your personal values align with your organization's mission, you project a sense of consistency that inspires your team.

Leadership isn’t about having all the answers. In my 30 years of working with executives and organizations, I’ve found that true transformation rarely starts with a perfect solution. It begins with a powerful question(s). These aren’t the easy, surface-level inquiries asked in meetings just to check a box. They are the questions that follow you back to the office and to home, the ones that echo after the workday ends.