The Art of Finding Justice

  • Smoke Screens and the Real Games Being Played

    Most of us are fighting smoke screens. And by smoke screens, I mean the things that hold our attention while the real work, the real exchanges, and the real shifts of power are happening somewhere else. If I can use the Olympics as a parable, the games themselves were a smoke screen. Yes, there were…

    Brian Rowe

  • Why Are You Broke, Busted and Disgusted?

    There are two economic systems at work in the world. The first is buying and selling. This is the transactional system we know well e-commerce, jobs, wages, exchanges. You give money, and you receive a product or service in return. It’s neutral. It can be used for good or for harm, but at its core,…

    Brian Rowe

  • 2025: A Year That Changed Everything

    2025 wasn’t just a good year for me. It was life-changing. It was a shift,a true paradigm shift, in how I see myself, my work, and what’s possible. Some moments felt surreal. Others felt grounding. All of them carried the same through-line: growth through transformation. Entering Tech, and Being Seen One of the most meaningful…

    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

  • 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 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

  • 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

  • EQ?

    Emotional Intelligence (EQ) refers to the ability to recognize, understand, manage, and influence emotions—both your own and those of others. It plays a crucial role in personal and professional success, affecting how we interact with others, handle stress, and make decisions. The Five Key Components of EQ (Daniel Goleman’s Model) 1. Self-Awareness – Understanding your…

    Brian Rowe