Operation Fred - What a Street Cat Taught Me about Leadership - Chapter One

In this heartfelt episode, Michael Sherlock recounts a poignant and mysterious experience that unfolded shortly after her move from Philadelphia to Houston. The story revolves around the haunting cries of a cat and the unexpected lessons that came from this unsettling encounter.

Key Points:

1. The First Encounter:

 Date & Setting: Mid-April, Michael and his husband are adjusting to their new Houston home.

 The Cry: They hear a distressing and mournful sound, which they believe to be a hurt or lost cat.

 Search Efforts: Despite thorough searching under their house and around the property, they cannot locate the source of the cry.

2. Emotional Impact:

 Initial Reaction: Michael feels deep frustration and guilt for not being able to help what she assumes might be an injured cat.

Ongoing Cries: The cat’s cries continue sporadically over the following weeks, shifting from an urgent emergency to a sorrowful, almost artistic expression of distress.

3. The Surprise Revelation:

Encounter with the Cat: On May 1st, Michael sees a beautiful tabby cat on her front porch, which she suspects to be the source of the cries.

Swift Departure: The cat quickly flees as Michael approaches, leaving her amazed by its sudden disappearance.

4. Reflections and Insights:

 Assumptions and Realizations: Michael reflects on the initial assumptions about the cat’s situation and the lessons learned from the ongoing mystery.

 Personal Growth: The experience with the cat, which Michael names Fred, brings about significant insights into life, love, and leadership.

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time.  Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

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Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

 Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

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