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The RuReady article library is organized around the three domains of the Adult Readiness Framework: Personal, Professional, and Leadership.  Each article is written as an executive summary: concise, practical, and designed to give you something you can apply immediately.  Browse by domain below, or scroll through the latest articles.

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How to Make Better Decisions: The Critical Thinking Framework That Actually Works (1 of 2)

by | May 3, 2026 | Leadership Domain Level 2, Leadership Readiness, Personal Domain Level 2, Personal Readiness, Professional Domain Level 2, Professional Readiness | 0 Comments

Think clearly, decide deliberately, and act consistently.  Mark Twain is often credited with saying, “It isn’t what you don't know that gets you into trouble.  It's what you know for sure that just isn’t so."  That said, what does it mean to think critically and make...
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How to Make Better Personal Decisions: A Practical Guide to Everyday Judgment (2 of 2)

by | May 3, 2026 | Personal Domain Level 2, Personal Readiness | 0 Comments

Have you ever asked yourself why we apply less rigor to personal decisions than professional ones, despite the higher stakes?  We may not get paid to make decisions in our personal lives, but it can cost us a lot of time and or money if we make a bad decision.   And a...
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Leadership Decision-Making Under Pressure: The 6-Step Framework Used by Military Leaders (2 of 2)

by | May 3, 2026 | Leadership Domain Level 2, Leadership Readiness, Professional Readiness | 0 Comments

Think clearly, decide deliberately, and act consistently.  Mark Twain is often credited with saying, “It isn’t what you don't know that gets you into trouble.  It's what you know for sure that just isn’t so."  That said, what does it mean to think critically and make...
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Living Ready – Preface

Apr 25, 2026

A Framework for Growth Across Every Chapter of Your Life.   I still remember when I was seventeen, my dad took me...

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Building an Organizational Foundation from the Top Down – Feedback Loops (12 of 12)
Organizational goals refer to the desired outcomes or achievements an organization aims to accomplish within a specific timeframe.  These goals provide direction, purpose, and a roadmap for the organization’s activities and initiatives.  They are typically established...
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Building an Organizational Foundation from the Top Down – Goals and Objectives (11 of 12)
Organizational goals refer to the desired outcomes or achievements an organization aims to accomplish within a specific timeframe.  These goals provide direction, purpose, and a roadmap for the organization’s activities and initiatives.  They are typically established...
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Building an Organizational Foundation from the Top Down – Operations (10 of 12)
Organizational operations refer to the activities and processes carried out within an organization to achieve its goals and objectives.  It encompasses all the tasks, functions, and procedures involved in the organization’s day-to-day functioning. At a fundamental...
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Building an Organizational Foundation from the Top Down – Resourcing (9 of 12)
Organizational resourcing refers to the strategic allocation and management of resources within an organization to support its operations and achieve its goals.  Resources can include financial capital, human capital, physical assets, technology, information, and...
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How to Make Better Decisions: The Critical Thinking Framework That Actually Works (1 of 2)

How to Make Better Decisions: The Critical Thinking Framework That Actually Works (1 of 2)

May 3, 2026 | , , , , ,

Think clearly, decide deliberately, and act consistently.  Mark Twain is often credited with saying, “It isn’t what you don't know that gets you into trouble.  It's what you know for sure that just isn’t so."  That said, what does it mean to think critically and make...

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