Make Your Bed: Small Habits That Can Change Your Life
- Change Management, Leadership
- October 27, 2025

In 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven delivered a now-legendary commencement speech at the University of Texas at Austin. The central message was deceptively simple: Make your bed every morning. This advice later became the foundation for his bestselling book, “Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life… and Maybe the World.” At first glance, making your
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A lack of transparency can have significant negative impacts on individuals and organizations. It erodes trust, fuels suspicion, and can lead to poor decision-making and reduced productivity. In the workplace, it can create a toxic environment, while in business, it can lead to reputational damage and financial consequences. Here’s a more detailed look at the
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