The Urban Dictionary defines selective hearing as: one possess this quality when they hear only what they would like to hear. “Jimmy, do the laundry and then you can go to the movies.” “Sweet! I can go to the movies!” “AFTER YOU DO THE LAUNDRY!” “What? You never said I had to do the laundry.” “I swear, you have selective… Continue reading You Never Said That.
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Do NOT Walk the Walk….
Anyone in a leadership role will tell you, it is difficult at times to “walk the walk.” “If you make personal telephone calls during work time, or speak negatively about your CEO, can you expect people on your team not to do this too? Probably not!” There is pressure to measure up to being a… Continue reading Do NOT Walk the Walk….
Jibber Jabber or Simplicity? Part 3
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 3
What Happened in 2013…. Part 2
As I look back at 2013, I am reminded of events that took place. Some good. Some…… challenging. But, anyone reading this post would know: no life is free from challenges. Most of us have felt exhilaration, fear, joy, grief, loneliness, contentment, and so much more. However, unlike the picture at the top, not… Continue reading What Happened in 2013…. Part 2
What Happened in 2013…….. Part 1
As I look back at 2013, I am reminded of events that took place. Some good. Some…… challenging. But, anyone reading this post would know: no life is free from challenges. Most of us have felt exhilaration, fear, joy, grief, loneliness, contentment, and so much more. However, unlike the picture at the top, not… Continue reading What Happened in 2013…….. Part 1
It’s happening again. And again.
Have you seen the movie “Groundhog Day?” I have. And again. I remember seeing it again. Wait a minute. That’s not right. Yes. I have seen it. Whew. For a minute I thought I was imagining it. I think. Okay. Seriously. To many, the holiday season is a repeat of the year before. We either… Continue reading It’s happening again. And again.
Responsibility? Who cares???? (Legacy Part 13)
The 12th trait of a leadership legacy is: A leader is responsible. What does responsible mean? Too many it merely means being responsible for one’s self and actions; however, as a leader it means quite a bit more. In order to be an effective leader you have to be responsible for not only yourself but everyone you… Continue reading Responsibility? Who cares???? (Legacy Part 13)
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Are You a Forgiver? Legacy (Part 12)
The 11th trait of a leadership legacy is: A leader is a forgiver Forgiveness is one of the traits that sets apart extraordinary from average to poor leadership. Failure to have a forgiving nature can quickly cause issues in a leadership position that can taint relationships at all levels in organizational functioning. Forgiveness provides leaders… Continue reading Are You a Forgiver? Legacy (Part 12)
Can a Topper Evoke Laughter? (Legacy Part 8)
TOPPER – an exceedingly good witticism that surpasses all that have gone before. Humor, wit, witticism, wittiness, humor – a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter. Groaner: My wife is such a bad cook that the flies took up a collection to fix the screen door. Funny… Continue reading Can a Topper Evoke Laughter? (Legacy Part 8)