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Drawing inspiration from MLK's commitment to justice, we learn that commitment isn't just about big strides; it's the everyday decisions shaping our path. Dr. King's legacy teaches us that commitment is renewed daily, evident not just in grand
"Commitment Chronicles: Unveiling Three Keys to Stay Committed" is a podcast episode that delves into the art of commitment and offers practical strategies to fortify dedication. In this episode, listeners explore the importance of clarity in s
It's no secret that many qualities make a great leader, but humility is perhaps one of the most important. Humble leaders possess unique traits and behaviors that help them stand out from the crowd and gain the respect and trust of their follow
While many struggle with a new year’s resolution – they are too hard, too easy, or have no stickiness to them. What I have found that works in business and personally is selecting one word. One word that works as your north star to guide your
As many our starting the new year with resolutions I am starting the new year with a word. One word that will be my north star and guide my thoughts, decisions, and actions. While New Year's resolutions tend to be one-dimensional, if done wel
Leaders inspire others to live their best lives by living the best version of themselves. Those that look to leaders for how they should feel every other time of the year are depending on us now during the holidays. When we find a way to mana
It’s not enough to be smart enough to get the job done or driven enough to see the project to completion and having the capacity to get it done is important, but all three of these things aren’t good enough if you can’t learn, adapt, and change
Happy Memorial Day and thank you to all who have served.When I think of a holiday like today I think of the key element which is service. To serve, which makes me think of how service relates to leadership. We have all heard the term servant
If you want employees, team members, kids, partners that feel appreciated recognize the effort. “Satisfaction lies in the effort, not in the attainment, full effort is full victory”. Mahatma Gandhi
Reflection is about questioning, in a positive way, what you do, what you say and why you do or say it and then deciding if there is perhaps a better way. Why it’s important? Friends, self-reflection is essential for personal growth. Taking th
As a leader, what is weighing you down and keeping your from being your absolute best? There is an amazing path to success through simplicity.We talk a lot on this podcast about what great leaders have. Let’s talk today about what great leade
Nearly 40% of Americans start their holiday shopping before Halloween. Shocking right? No wonder the displays are out so early. The holiday season traditionally does not bring out the best in shoppers. Friends, this year 2020, will be no except
You’ve heard the term control the controllables. People is a controllable that many leaders do not see as one because they don’t take true ownership of their team. The great thing is, that as a leader you have the opportunity to surround your
Leaders must create the proper environment for employees to feel their work is fulfilling. One of my favorite authors, Patrick Lencioni, explains how in The Three Signs of a Miserable Job. Here are the 3 signs:1. Anonymity2. Irrelevance3. Imme
There are 4 buckets of numbers you must know from hire to retire. Listen here to make sure you know yours.
As a leader, you’re responsible for getting work done through others. What sets the best leaders apart is belief in people. I’ve said before leadership is the transfer of beliefs. You don’t need your team to know what you know or be able to
For successful people, enthusiasm is a key driver of passion and achievement. It comes from within. If you are enthusiastic about a goal, your excitement will drive you to do your best in order to achieve it. It will keep you motivated to go on
Today I am going to talk about the one single thing that probably launched me further in my career than any other thing and that is the discipline of self-improvement. You see, if you want things to be better- you want to be a better leader, y
With the current pandemic and unemployment as high as it is it I know many of you are looking for the next move. Your next career. Many days you may be thinking why is my inbox empty? Why didn’t the recruiter call me or select me?Here are 5 t
Many times, in business and life things aren’t going to go exactly as planned. In my experience, I’ve seen too many quit on a goal or a project because some of the initial milestones did not go as planned. This major mistake of giving up inst
You can do the same things and have an ordinary life, or you can stretch yourself to try new things and have an extraordinary life. How do you know what you are capable of if you do not try?
There will be times when we must lead our teams through large overwhelming change or projects and just the thought of not knowing where to start will paralyze them with fear. You may or soon may be facing these types of situations now with COV
My own experience this week reminded me of the importance of human connection. Not the hyper-connectivity we receive from technology. True face to face interaction with another human being. Leaders cannot expect connection; connection is cre
Effective listening is a skill and it must be learned and practiced. Put this crucial skill in your leadership toolbox and you are more likely to inspire excellence and dedication from those you lead than if you only focus on results. Effecti
Memorial Day is about taking a time out and remembering. As a leader when people take a time out how do you want them to remember you? What type of memorial impression are you leaving on them? Are you creating the leadership legacy that you
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