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Do you ever wonder about things? I do. Big things, little things – I hope I’m not the only one. Anyway, I thought it might be therapeutic to share some of mine: www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/do-you-ever-just-wonder-about-things

Should I consider a third career as a cattle rancher, podiatrist or trucker? Probably not. Those careers required aptitude, training and experience I don't have. But, what about the growing trend of valuing opinion over experience? There's danger when we start faking knowledge. bit.ly/4dtU7GP

We talk about leaving our world better than we found it. We want our children to do better than we did. My hope is that we start ensuring our leaders act on these goals. Here are 6 issues-supported by a majority of the public-that may become burdens for the next generation: bit.ly/4pYezVz

Decisions, processes, communication. We can ignore any of the three steps if we dare, but a good process leads to better decisions, and effective communication leads to a higher probability of acceptance and successful implementation. Period. www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/the-thr...

Whether it's my high school talent show or the first date with my wife Janet, music triggers memories. Each of us has a soundtrack to our lives. What's yours? Read more: www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/whats-the-soundtrack-of-your-life

Former SMSU President Dr. John H. Keiser was a man of substance who inspired his staff and left a mark on the community. He was the kind of leader we all aspired to be. Here's part 2 of my look at Dr. Keiser's leadership: www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/what-ma...

"It's a privilege to be a Bear." These words ended every speech given by Dr. John H. Keiser during his 12 years as President of Missouri State. Years after his retirement, many initiatives from his presidency are still in place. Here's part one of my look at his legacy: bit.ly/40VqGqr

Inspired by Gibbs of NCIS and his list of 38 rules, I compiled my own list of rules to live by. All of us need guidelines to help navigate life and careers. Having them seems especially important in 2026. What makes your list? Here's mine: www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/some-ru...

The last penny minted for circulation was produced Nov. 12, 2025. After 232 years of service, I didn’t think the penny got a proper sendoff. Here's my two cents on the penny: www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/rip-to-...

Will you make a resolution for 2026? I plan to. I have plenty of personal habits that could use adjusting. But for 2026, I’m opening the aperture wider. Read here for my 2026 resolution: www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/whats-y...

Our gratitude reminds us of what is good about our community, renews our shared values, and strengthens our bond as human beings. What are you thankful for as we enter into this holiday season? I share my list here via @sgfcitizen.bsky.social: sgfcitizen.org/voices-opini...

Raising boys can be a wildlife-like adventure – crashing through boundaries and leaving a messy trail. But boys can mature and develop resiliency, loyalty and a love for each other. Trust me, I know. I was the oldest of 5 boys. Read more these lessons via @sgfcitizen.bsky.social: bit.ly/3J2bt1x

It’s been 50 years, but every baseball season I think about my baseball coach at Phillips University: the late Dr. Joe Record. Dr. Record was the kind of coach you didn’t want to disappoint. He knew what made me tick, just as he did all his players. Read more: sgfcitizen.org/voices-opini...

To go or not to go, that is the question! It's almost time for my 55-year high school reunion. Reunions are a reality check at a point in time. Yet, for a weekend, we recall our common experiences. These are the people with whom I rode that teenage rollercoaster. sgfcitizen.org/voices-opini...

"It's always about the team." "Don't let perfect be the enemy of good." When you have the privilege of leading in an organization, you have hundreds of interactions with your staff. I had such a role for 45 years. I was curious about what they remembered, so I asked: bit.ly/3IAXvmP

I continue my look at the changing landscape of college athletics and what could be in store for Missouri State as a conference shift takes place. Read more: sgfcitizen.org/voices-opini...

Lawsuits, conference realignments, the transfer portal and NIL agreements are shifting the business model of NCAA Division I athletics. Navigating all of this is as complicated as it is important. Read more about the changing face of college athletics: sgfcitizen.org/voices-opini...

American society is built on individual, collective responsibilities. A popular topic today is “accountability.” It’s important, but accountability deals with actions AFTER we take them. Responsibilities deal with what actions we SHOULD take. So, what are our responsibilities? bit.ly/430Y4OJ

Ever utter, "Why didn't I think of that?!" I ask myself that every time I learn about clever solutions to challenges - the solutions that understand the fundamental issue at play and provide an effective, memorable resolution. Here are my top 4 ideas: www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/got-a-t...

Before "Undercover Boss," there was "participatory journalism," a type of reporting I used in college. In 1972, KSU's band director approached me with an idea: join the band. My results were more out of step than in, but I gained an appreciation for the band's dedication. More: bit.ly/448XeA7

Beware of the scam. This scam is not new. But it is spreading like never before. Instead of evaluating ideas on their merits, the scammer insists they have the right "new" idea for you. But, good ideas can come from anyone at any level at any time. Read more: sgfcitizen.org/voices-opini...

In my 39 years of higher education experience, I developed my own list of key qualities that make the best leaders. "Walk the talk" - among others - makes my top 6. What tops your list of leadership qualities? Read all of mine here: sgfcitizen.org/voices-opini...

OPINION: In 39 years in higher education administration, Paul Kincaid worked under nine presidents at three universities. He's lucky the majority of them had the qualities you want in a leader, including the ability to "walk the talk." Read it: sgfcitizen.org/voices-opini...

Remember the movie “Superman 3”when a computer programmer diverted the fractions of cents from other people's paychecks into his own account? Everyone's paychecks were rounded down to the nearest cent and those fractions of cents were diverted into his own account. Just sayin’. Follow the money.

Getting old isn't all it's cracked up to be. But with humor, some adjustments and a focus on what we can do, we can navigate the changes with a bit more finesse. Read more: www.kincaidcommunications.com/blog/getting...