The Art of Finding Justice

  • My AWS re:Invent 2025 Experience: Energy, People & Pure Magic

    I just returned from AWS re:Invent in Las Vegas, and I have to say, it was phenomenal. The energy, the learning, the people… it all came together to create an experience I’ll never forget. One of the biggest highlights was finally meeting Carlie Marvel, Senior Content Marketing Manager at AWS Developer Relations. Carlie is the…

    Brian Rowe

  • What Is Resilience and Why Do We Need It in Technology and in Life?

    Resilience isn’t just about bouncing back. It’s about adapting forward. In technology, resilience is built into the architecture. It’s the unseen layer that ensures a system can recover, scale, and evolve, even when the unexpected happens. The best systems are designed not only to withstand disruption but to learn from it. Every outage, every bug,…

    Brian Rowe

  • 360° Thinkers Lead 90° Thinkers

    90° thinkers manage tasks.360° thinkers shape vision. A 90° thinker sees what’s right in front of them, the next quarter, the next deadline, the next decision.A 360° thinker sees how today connects to tomorrow; how people, purpose, and progress intersect. One manages systems.The other moves people. Leadership isn’t about authority; it’s about awareness. It’s the…

    Brian Rowe

  • Resilience: The Hidden Superpower in Tech

    Resilience is crucial in tech because the industry is fast-paced, unpredictable, and constantly evolving. Without it, both individuals and organizations can quickly burn out or fall behind. Here’s why it matters: 1. Constant Change & Disruption New programming languages, frameworks, and tools appear regularly. Resilience helps you adapt without being paralyzed by “tech whiplash.” 2.…

    Brian Rowe

  • Fan the Flames – Beyoncé

    Still recovering from Cowboy Carter ATL Show, voice gone, feet tired, but mind wide open. What Beyoncé delivered wasn’t just entertainment, it was innovation in motion. Vision, precision, technology, and creativity all dialed to 100. It reminded me: real impact comes when we challenge the status quo and stretch what’s possible. Whether it’s building tech,…

    Brian Rowe

  • The Power of Perspective

    When used correctly, your perspective is a powerful tool. It shapes how you understand life and ultimately how you respond to it. Your perspective, by nature, is formed by your position in time, space, and experience. It reflects where you were, when you were there, and what you saw or felt in that moment. This…

    Brian Rowe

  • The Power of Becoming Conscious of the Unconscious

    For years, I made choices without fully understanding the unseen forces driving them—buried emotions, unchecked thoughts, and unconscious patterns that shaped my actions. I was operating under influences I didn’t even know existed. But then, I started to see. I became aware of the things I had once been blind to, the emotions I had…

    Brian Rowe

  • What does Success look like?

    Thoughts about a powerful distinction between external validation and internal fulfillment when it comes to success. If success is defined externally, it means chasing societal benchmarks—wealth, status, recognition—often shaped by others’ expectations. But true success should be internally driven, rooted in personal purpose, values, and fulfillment rather than just external markers. When success is external,…

    Brian Rowe

  • “Recognizing Your Hidden Triggers: How Fight or Flight Shapes Your Daily Life”

    We often think of fight or flight as a reaction to extreme danger. But what if I told you it plays a role in your everyday life—in ways you might not even notice? Triggers aren’t always obvious. You may not realize that your irritation in traffic, the way you shut down during an argument, or…

    Brian Rowe

  • 360-Degree Thinker vs. 90-Degree Thinker: The Leadership Mindset Difference

    Introduction • In business, different roles require different levels of thinking. • A CEO (360-degree thinker) must see the full picture, while a CFO or department head (90-degree thinker) focuses on specialized areas. • Understanding these perspectives can help professionals grow into leadership roles. What is a 360-Degree Thinker? • Definition: A person who takes…

    Brian Rowe