Vacations create perspective

There’s something about returning to work after a vacation that hits a little differently. This trip was to Disney World.

A few days of early mornings, late nights, long lines, big smiles, and zero emails. Total immersion including me trying to join The Country Bear Jamboree. The kind of break that reminds you how important it is to be fully present - wherever you are.

What struck me most wasn’t just the magic (though Disney does that well). It was the execution. Despite the lines - everything runs on time. The experience is intentionally designed. Problems are solved before most people notice them. Thousands of moving parts, flawlessly orchestrated. It’s a masterclass in operations, leadership, and customer experience.

Coming back to work refreshed, re-centered, and reminded that the best organizations don’t rely on magic. They rely on discipline, systems, and people who care deeply about the outcome.

Vacations create perspective. Perspective makes us better leaders.

Now, back to it.