A collection of lessons, stories, and published reflections that form the foundation of The Power of Relationships.
Part 1: Character Before Career
- Kreuz Family History
- You’re Lucky I Love You
- The Early Riser Club — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 11.30.2025
- The Paper Route
- Who Isn’t Ready for the Corner Office
- Choose Your Work Purposefully
- Reading Makes You Interesting
- Standards and Ethics
- The Magic of Being Prepared
- Be Patient and Pause — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 2.27.2025
- A Message to Garcia— Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 1.22.2026
- Gallantry and Crucible Moments Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 3.26.2026
Part 2: Human Connection
- Human Connection Is Making a Comeback — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 7.21.2025
- Engaging in Society (Groups & Power from Within) — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 1.10.2025
- From the Three Martini Lunch to TikTok
- When History Echoes — From The Eagles to Thoreau
- Being Human in an AI World (ChatGPT & Intuition)
- When You Need Me, You Need Me
- Be Thoughtful: Kindness Counts
- Storytelling
- Takers Finish Second (Givers & Takers)
- Built to Last – Good to Great
- Your Best Years Are Ahead of You
- Dialogue Must Cross Our Divides — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 9.21.2025
Part 3: Essential Tools of a Master Recruiter
- To Be Candid
- Creating a Standout Resume
- Interview Preparation
- Demonstrate in Demand Traits
- The Business Card Still Matters — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 4.28.2025
- Navigating Counter Offers
Part 4: Building Resilience — Every Generation Has a COVID-19
- Embrace Disappointment (Death of a Salesman) — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 3.5.2024
- Paul Volcker Was a Great Man
- Black Wall Street
- My Mom, Mary Eloise Kreuz
- Generation Alpha — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 11.7.2024
- Cell Phones at Work and School — Balancing Technology — Published in The Buffalo News (Editorial Section) 7.30.2024
- Par for the Course — Life Lessons from the Links
- What Would Norm Do