Notes from inside the industry.
Thoughts on AI in chemical distribution: what's working, what to skip, and how operators are putting it to use.
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- April 15, 2026
Companies use less than five percent of the data they collect. For chemical distributors, I would bet that number is even lower.
Most companies use less than five percent of the data they collect, and I'd bet chemical distributors are even lower than that. Every sales order, purchase, and inventory adjustment is a data point sitting there, and the only thing missing is the decision to start using it.
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March 16, 2026Who's leading who?
A one-line reminder, borrowed from the idea that true leaders eat last, on what leadership actually looks like.
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February 24, 2026In a recent interview, Matthew McConaughey talks about how this book changed his life.
Matthew McConaughey talked in a recent interview about how The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino changed his life. I recommend it too, especially for anyone starting a business, and share one of my favorite quotes from it.
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February 9, 2026Last week’s trip to Utah wasn't just about the beautiful views—it was about the future of our industry.
I presented to the Chemical Distribution Network on using AI to solve real problems in distribution, on behalf of Real Data Solutions. After 25 years in this industry, seeing this much enthusiasm for new tools was rewarding.
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January 26, 2026Some ROI's are infinite.
A short reflection on parenting, one of the hardest and most rewarding things in life, and a return that can't be measured.
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January 20, 2026We usually think leadership is about controlling everything, but the real trick is actually just rolling with the punches instead of fighting them. 🧘
A note on Michael Singer's The Untethered Soul, one of Oprah's top 20 books of all time, and the idea that you stop stressing once you stop resisting reality and just solve the problem.
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January 13, 2026As the holidays are upon us, let's keep perspective of what is important.
A short thank you to the LinkedIn community for a great year, with a reminder to spend the holidays with the people we work so hard for before diving into a busy 2026.
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I don't remember my high school chemistry class like this! 😮
A shout out to the people getting the next generation interested in chemistry. A few of these need their safety addressed and improved before they continue in classrooms.
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December 30, 2025Keep grinding.
A one-line recommendation for another good book, paired with a short reminder to keep grinding.
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December 22, 2025Peace of mind > Maximizing ROI (Payoff mortgage or not?)
A reflection on Morgan Housel's The Psychology of Money. We spend so much energy trying to maximize every dollar that we lose sight of why we're saving in the first place, and peace of mind matters more than optimizing for the highest return. Something worth remembering before deciding whether to pay off the mortgage early.
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December 15, 2025There are two wolves within us.
A reflection on the old two wolves parable, the wolf you feed, fear and resentment or love and compassion, shapes how you lead and show up for others. Choosing empathy and integrity over stress and competition builds stronger teams.
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December 9, 2025In a world of ADHD, anxiety and other mental health challenges, Abigail Shrier's 𝘉𝘢𝘥 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘺 is a must read.
Abigail Shrier's Bad Therapy looks at why today's kids are more anxious and depressed despite having more access to help, and argues social media isn't the only reason. Parents being too easy on kids plays a part too, and it's worth the read.
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