Scientists have found the gene for shyness. They would have found it years ago, but it was hiding behind a couple of genes. Jonathan Katz Believe it or not, the word “mousy” is a synonym for shyness. Now that I made that clear, I have a question for you: Are you, or someone you know,… Continue reading Are You Mousy? Really??
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Do THEY Think You Are a Good Egg?
3 years ago I posted this blog with a different title, “Give Me Some Love…” The message is important in today’s society so I thought I would repost it. Bernard Meltzer once said: “A true friend is one who thinks you are a good egg even if you are half cracked.” I could not agree… Continue reading Do THEY Think You Are a Good Egg?
8 Reasons To Consider……
I am excited to announce that for the second year a leadership event is coming to Topeka KS! This event will be a rebroadcast from Atlanta to Topeka! It’s John C. Maxwell’s leadership event called Live2Lead. And if you are anywhere close to the area, you will surely want to be in attendance as its going to be exceptional. … Continue reading 8 Reasons To Consider……
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
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?
9 Reasons Why You Should Attend L2
I am excited to announce that a brand new Leadership Event will be simulcasted from Atlanta to Topeka! It’s John C. Maxwell’s new simulcast event called L2: Learn – Lead. And if you are anywhere close to the area, you will surely want to be in attendance as its going to be exceptional. I am thrilled at the opportunity… Continue reading 9 Reasons Why You Should Attend L2
We Are Not Encouragers
en·cour·age·ment: noun – the action of giving someone support, confidence, or hope. Synonyms: heartening, cheering up, inspiration, motivation< *persuasion to do or to continue something. *incentives and encouragement to play sports *the act of trying to stimulate the development of an activity, state, or belief. You may disagree, but we are not encouragers. I believe it is human… Continue reading We Are Not Encouragers
Jibber Jabber or Simplicity? Part 5
In his book, Everyone Communicates Few Connect, John Maxwell writes about five principles in connecting with others, and five practices one can use in establishing that connection. Today, I finish my discussion on one of those topics: the practice of keeping it simple. Or, AKA – The Art of Simplicity. The fifth, and final, observation in keeping communication simple… Continue reading Jibber Jabber or Simplicity? Part 5
A Real Bomb Threat
Last week, I was involved in a leadership development/competitive event. Hosted by the local university, college and high school students traveled from as far as Florida to be involved in this event. An event that many of them will be talking about for some time. It was in the middle of the afternoon, around 3:20… Continue reading A Real Bomb Threat
Jibber Jabber or Simplicity? Part 4
In his book, Everyone Communicates Few Connect, John Maxwell writes about five principles in connecting with others, and five practices one can use in establishing that connection. Today, I am going to continue my discussion on one of those topics: the practice of keeping it simple. Or, AKA – The Art of Simplicity. The third observation in keeping communication… Continue reading Jibber Jabber or Simplicity? Part 4