Red Mike Messages

Red Mike Message: Respect Over Titles

It doesn't really apply to today's Red Mike Message, but I can't get David Allan Coe's "The Ride" out of my head.

"You don't have to call me Mister, Mister."

#DrinkTheBourbon

#Respect

#Authenticity

Red Mike Message: The High Cost of Nothing

We often talk about what things cost—money, time, effort. But what about the cost of doing nothing?
A wake-up call for anyone waiting on the sidelines.
#DrinkTheBourbon
#Nothing

Red Mike Message: A Toast to Doing It Your Way
In today’s Red Mike Message, a birthday, a beverage, and a fighter pilot remind us that life doesn’t wait.
Celebrate the moments. Live on your terms. And never miss your chance to raise a glass.

#DrinkTheBourbon

#HBD

Red Mike Message: Fire with Clarity, Not Ego

Firing someone isn’t supposed to feel good. But when it’s time, the most respectful thing a leader can do is be clear, direct, and dignified.

This Red Mike Message cuts through the noise—and the excuses—with a leadership lesson too many avoid.

#DrinkTheBourbon

#DTB

#moneyball

#billybeane

Red Mike Message: The Leadership Mistake That Cost Everything

One of history’s greatest leaders made a single decision that changed everything. It worked—but it wasn’t right.

This Red Mike Message is a reminder that the real cost of leadership isn't always measured in failure… but in the way we succeed.

#DrinkTheBourbon #DTB #jordanpeterson #joerogan

Red Mike Message: Handling Insubordination Without Losing Control

When a team member defies authority, chaos can follow. Respond with strength and protect your team culture without compromising your values. #DrinkTheBourbon #DTB

What Sam Houston Knew That Others Didn’t:
Revenge was expected.
Mercy was genius. Discover the bold decision that changed Texas forever.
#DrinkTheBourbon
#sanjacinto
#texas

Red Mike Message: The Garage Test – What Are We Holding Onto?
The clutter we hold onto—at home and at work—are we keeping it because it’s useful, or because we’re afraid to let go?
Cut the drag, honor the past, and create lift for your team.
Leadership starts with clarity. #DrinkTheBourbon #mariekondo

Red Mike Message: Condemnation Without Conditions

There is no “but” when it comes to violence, or racism.

If your moral compass only works when the other side does something wrong, then it’s not a compass.

#DrinkTheBourbon

#goodfriday

Red Mike Message: Service Over Self

It's Not About You.

#DrinkTheBourbon

#ServiceOverSelf

#savingprivateryan

#captainamerica