Success looks different depending on what you’re chasing.

Some chase recognition. Some chase relevance. And a few — the rare few — chase excellence, quietly and relentlessly, until it becomes their reputation.

I’ve seen people try to build their credibility by borrowing someone else’s words, or by belittling the work of others. It’s a poor long-term strategy. Real professionals don’t need to diminish anyone to prove their value.

I’ve spent more than two decades building models, reports, and relationships grounded in accuracy, ethics, and accountability. That’s the kind of foundation that lasts.

Some build legacies. Others build noise.

Stay focused. Stay ethical. Let your work do the talking.