PUSH PUSH PUSH,
NEVER QUIT
When institutional survival demands more than traditional leadership, proven methodology transforms crisis into competitive advantage. Norman Allgood's "Push-Push-Push" philosophy—forged through service, proven in business—provides the strategic foundation educational leaders need to advance toward opportunity rather than retreat from challenge.
Personal Transformation Story
From Service to Success: A Leadership Journey Forged in Crisis
The jungles of Panama taught Norman Allgood a counterintuitive truth that would later transform educational institutions across America: when facing overwhelming resistance, the safest path forward is often straight through the challenge.
As an Army Military Police officer serving in Panama, Egypt, and Korea, Norman learned that "Push-Push-Push" wasn't just terminology—it was a survival philosophy. In close-quarters situations, when instinct screams retreat, a trusted voice behind you whispers: "Push, push, push." Advance toward the threat. Take control through counterintuitive action.
This proven methodology became the foundation for Norman's transition from soldier to educational transformation leader. After 25+ years building expertise in higher education—culminating in founding and successfully exiting Synergis Education for $50M+—Norman discovered that the same principles that saved lives in service could save institutions in crisis.
The Foundation: Faith-Driven Servant Leadership
Norman's approach to leadership was shaped not only by disciplined service but by profound personal loss and unwavering faith. When his mother Josephine was killed in a tragic accident while he served overseas, her final letters became his blueprint for servant leadership: "Always put others first. Never quit when people are counting on you."
This foundation of faith-driven service, combined with systematic discipline, created a unique leadership philosophy. Norman begins each day with Scripture reading and prayer—the same ritual that guided Synergis through the 2008 recession, COVID-19 challenges, and ultimate successful exit.
"Leadership isn't about having all the answers," Norman explains. "It's about having the courage to advance when others retreat, the wisdom to serve rather than be served, and the persistence to never quit when people are counting on you."
The Push-Push-Push Methodology
Proven Precision Meets Servant Leadership
The "Push-Push-Push" philosophy emerged from Norman's service experience but evolved through decades of educational leadership. In the jungles of Panama, when wait-a-minute vines blocked forward progress and challenges seemed imminent, Staff Sergeant Carr's calm voice provided direction: "Push, push, push."
This wasn't reckless aggression—it was strategic advancement based on superior positioning and trusted guidance. The person behind you had a broader view of the situation. Their hand on your shoulder and steady voice provided the confidence to advance despite overwhelming resistance.
Three Pillars of Crisis Leadership
PUSH (Advance Despite Resistance) When traditional approaches fail and conventional wisdom suggests retreat, mission-driven leaders advance toward opportunity. Norman applied this principle when founding Synergis during the 2008 recession, when competitors were cutting back and investors were cautious.
PUSH (Persistent Implementation) Sustained effort through systematic methodology, not sporadic bursts of activity. At Synergis, this meant daily Scripture reading, weekly "Coffee Talks with the CEO," and consistent investment in employee development even during challenging periods.
PUSH (Purpose-Driven Service) Every action serves a mission larger than personal gain. Norman's faith-driven approach prioritized institutional health, student success, and employee well-being—creating a sustainable competitive advantage through servant-leadership principles.
Crisis Response: Transforming Educational Challenges
When Higher Education Faces Its Greatest Threat
Today's educational leaders confront an unprecedented crisis: $1.8 trillion in student debt, 26 institutional closures in six months, and federal accountability requirements that demand immediate transformation. Traditional consulting approaches lack the speed and precision required when institutional survival is at stake.
Norman's proven methodology provides the strategic framework educational leaders need:
Situational Awareness: Understanding the true scope of a crisis through data-driven analysis
Strategic Positioning: Identifying competitive advantages hidden within apparent threats
Tactical Execution: Implementing systematic solutions with disciplined precision
Mission Continuity: Maintaining educational mission while achieving operational transformation
Proven Results Under Pressure
During COVID-19, when educational institutions faced unprecedented disruption, Norman's methodology enabled Synergis to achieve 43% growth while competitors struggled. The same principles that guided service in challenging environments enabled educational institutions to thrive during the global crisis.
"Crisis reveals character," Norman notes. "Institutions that embrace the 'Push-Push-Push' methodology don't just survive—they emerge as industry leaders positioned for sustainable success."
Begin Your Transformation
Access the Leadership Foundation That Transforms Crisis Into Advantage
The first chapter of "Push-Push-Push: Never Quit" provides the strategic foundation that educational leaders need to transform institutional challenges into competitive advantages. This isn't theoretical leadership advice—it's proven methodology developed through service, business success, and crisis response.
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Complete first chapter: "The Fateful Evening"
Leadership assessment framework
Crisis response methodology overview
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