Hansen and Associates Inc.

01/11/2026

Thirteen things mentally strong people do...

01/11/2026

The moment you stop trying to manage people, you reclaim your energy.

We exhaust ourselves trying to be understood, approved of, or validated. We carry other people’s moods, expectations, and reactions as if they were our responsibility. They are not.

🪷 In Buddhism, suffering arises when we cling to what is outside our control. Other people’s thoughts, behavior, and emotions belong to them. Carrying them only creates inner weight.

Your real work is simpler — and deeper:

✨ Stay rooted in who you are, even when others are confused.
✨ Act with integrity, even when no one is watching.
✨ Stay devoted to your growth, not to pleasing everyone.
✨ Let go of what was never yours to carry in the first place.

When you stop outsourcing your peace, life softens. You move through the world with steadiness instead of tension, clarity instead of chaos.

🍃 You don’t need to control others to be free.
🍃 You need to know yourself and stand there calmly.

That is where lightness begins.

01/11/2026

01/08/2026

01/07/2026

7 Soft Skills of High Achievers.

12/19/2025

Culture isn't a perk. It's a necessity.

Can the silent killers of a culture be spotted?

Yes, the clues are there if you know where to look.

First, the signs of a positive culture:

1. Employees love their jobs.
2. Work-life balance is real.
3. Growth is supported.
4. Few people quit.
5. Diversity is welcomed.
6. Transparency is common.
7. Leaders are easy to talk to.

And the killers to watch out for:

1. Micromanagement is everywhere.
2. Burnout is seen as dedication.
3. Credit-stealing is the norm.
4. Gossip runs rampant.
5. Innovation is discouraged.
6. Feedback is always negative.
7. Rules are inconsistently applied.

The best cultures don't need to be advertised.

The evidence is in the energy of the team.

It doesn't happen by accident.

It's a daily commitment.

From the CEO to the newest hire.

Everyone plays a part.

Don't wait for someone else to start.

Be the change you want to see.

Р.С: Dr. Christian Poensgen, FolIοw Dr. Christian Poensgen for more content like this

Culture isn't a perk. It's a necessity. 👇

12/18/2025

Making Decisions

Did you know?

40% of executives’ time is spent making decisions.

That’s on average, according to McKinsey research.

This stems from using a one-size-fits-all approach to decision-making.

Not all decisions are created equal.

Some are complex, requiring deep analysis.

Others are straightforward, calling for quick action.

That's why using the right framework for each type is vital.

Why it's important:

→ Tailored approaches reduce oversights.
→ Saves time by using appropriate methods.
→ Prepares you for diverse scenarios.
→ Keeps decisions aligned with specific goals.

Each type of decision demands a unique framework.

For strategic choices, a comprehensive analysis is key.

When facing uncertainty, preparing for multiple outcomes is wise.

For daily, operational decisions, simplicity and speed are crucial.

To get started:

✅ Identify the decision type
✅ Research and understand different methods
✅ Apply them in everyday situations
✅ Learn from outcomes and refine your approach
✅ Be open to using different methods as needed

The key is flexibility.

Adapt your decision-making process to the situation at hand.

Because the right tool can make all the difference.

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Р.С: Jonathan Butterworth, FolIοw Jonathan Butterworth for more content like this

Making Decisions 👇

12/18/2025

12/18/2025

10 Things No One Tells You About Being a Leader

10 Things No One Tells You About Being a Leader

(The stuff that’s not in any handbook.)

Leadership isn’t just strategy.
It’s humanity.

You’ll think the job is about metrics and meetings.
But what no one tells you is this:

1️⃣ You’ll have to deliver hard news while protecting trust.
→ Layoffs. Reorgs. Missed goals. The delivery is the culture.

2️⃣ You’ll lose people you fought to develop.
→ They’ll get poached. Leave. Outgrow the role. It still stings.

3️⃣ You’ll sit with an employee grieving the death of their parent—
and have no idea what to say.
→ It won’t be about fixing. It’ll be about presence.

4️⃣ You’ll be someone’s reason to stay—or go.
→ Your words matter more than you know.

5️⃣ You’ll absorb emotion that was never yours.
→ Fear, burnout, resentment—leadership catches all of it.

6️⃣ You’ll have to prioritize people over process.
→ There will be moments when KPIs don’t matter.

7️⃣ You’ll feel imposter syndrome…
→ Not because you’re faking it, but because the job keeps evolving faster than you can.

8️⃣ You’ll realize trust isn’t given once.
→ It has to be earned every single week.

9️⃣ You’ll have to be the calm during chaos.
→ Even when you’re falling apart yourself.

🔟 You’ll be remembered for how you made people feel—
→ Not for the roadmap you shipped.

This is the part of leadership no one talks about.
But it’s the part that shapes everything.

Р.С: Ryan Yockey, FolIοw Ryan Yockey for more content like this

10 Things No One Tells You About Being a Leader 👇

12/09/2025

Some of the decorations we put up for Santa & Mrs Claus, and our amazing clients !

12/09/2025

We are hosting Santa and Mrs Claus on Saturdays for https://www.cheyenne.org/oldwestholiday/santa-stops/.

All of Santa's favorite Cheyenne stomping grounds, including his stables, his favorite saloon, where Mrs. Claus loves to bake cookies, where to write your letters to Santa and drop off your wishlists, in addition to a bunch of "Elfie Stations" for pictures to add to your Instagram and Facebook feeds...