There are people who thrive on adversity while others are rattled by minor setbacks. Just what is it they do to avoid from being “rattled?” According to Dr. Paul Stoltz, who researched adversity and how it impacted 250,000 people over 12 years, came to a conclusion: we faced approximately 23 problems a day – in… Continue reading The 4 Secrets to Becoming a Whiz at Problem Solving
Category: Legacy
3 Lessons We Can Learn from a “Miracle”
There I was. I saw and heard it all amid the noise, the excitement, the waving of many American flags, and so much more. It was surreal; heart pounding; thrilling; a dream for a sports fan; a dream for an American. It was February 22, 1980. The location was Lake Placid, NY. The Olympic Ice… Continue reading 3 Lessons We Can Learn from a “Miracle”
What leaders need to start with: WHY?
Simon Sinek discusses the principal behind every successful person and business. A simple but powerful model for how leaders inspire action, starting with a golden circle and the question “Why?” A good video if you are in a leadership position.
3 Characteristics You Should Have in 2015
Leadership is not for the fainthearted. Many in leadership positions are there because they want to be, regardless of the costs. Many are there because they are required to do so; they need to be there. There are many reasons why and how a person obtains a leadership position. But there are many people who… Continue reading 3 Characteristics You Should Have in 2015
Understanding appreciated.
To those following me on this blog: Due to a recent death in the family, I am taking some time off. I will be back in one to two weeks. Thank you for your understanding.
The Odds Are Against You in 2015
Tried Traditional Goal Setting? The Odds Aren’t In Your Favor… According to Michael Hyatt, “70 percent of organizational change initiatives put in place by businesses ultimately fail. 25 percent of people abandon their New Year’s resolutions after one week—60 percent do so within six months. The average person makes the same New Year’s resolution ten… Continue reading The Odds Are Against You in 2015
Was Scrooge a Great Leader?
Was Scrooge a great leader? I am not so sure we can say that. However, there are some great leadership lessons we can learn from him. At this Christmas holiday, I wanted to share some thoughts about leadership and the Christmas season. However, I stumbled upon something that I think you, the leader, would enjoy. In… Continue reading Was Scrooge a Great Leader?
7 Statements of Leadership (Part 7): Victory is Inevitable
In his book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, John Maxwell lists 7 statements in the chapter “The Law of Victory.” That list is being used in this series “7 Statements of Leadership.” John Maxwell once wrote: “The best leaders feel compelled to rise to a challenge and do everything in their power to achieve victory for their… Continue reading 7 Statements of Leadership (Part 7): Victory is Inevitable
7 Statements of Leadership (Part 6): Commitment is Unquestionable
In his book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, John Maxwell lists 7 statements in the chapter “The Law of Victory.” That list will be used in this series “7 Statements of Leadership.” John Maxwell once wrote: “The best leaders feel compelled to rise to a challenge and do everything in their power to achieve victory for… Continue reading 7 Statements of Leadership (Part 6): Commitment is Unquestionable
7 Statements of Leadership (Part 5): Quitting is Unthinkable
In his book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, John Maxwell lists 7 statements in the chapter “The Law of Victory.” That list will be used in this series “7 Statements of Leadership.” John Maxwell once wrote: “The best leaders feel compelled to rise to a challenge and do everything in their power to achieve victory for… Continue reading 7 Statements of Leadership (Part 5): Quitting is Unthinkable