Last week, did you ask yourself this question: “What’s one NEW rule I’m going to use right now to create positive change in my every day?” Perhaps you feel questions like this are a luxury that will have to wait until you can answer more pressing ones: questions like, “What’s
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Rules are everywhere! They govern so much of our lives that many times we barely notice they are there. We have social rules, safety rules, business rules, school rules, . . . even fashion rules. The list goes on and on. How important to you are rules? What do you prefer
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Here’s a “Hard Thing Worth Doing” (#HTWD): Giving thanks for people or circumstances for which you feel anything but thankful. Are circumstances tempting you to feel bitter or hopeless, rather than grateful? It’s still your choice. Are difficult people creating anxiety and stress you want to run from? Be sure you run
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There are many who are named William and are known for making their mark on our world. But the three Williams pictured here shared far more than just a name: William Wallace, William Shakespeare, and William Gates III. Do you know their stories? Most of us would agree that innovating
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What do Mandela, MLK Jr. and Moses have in common? A bend toward non-conformity? A safe “yes.” A relentless drive to see a major wrong in society put right? Most definitely. What about uncommon courage to steward their dream of a “promised land” over decades of time . . .
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This week, I had the privilege of spending time with an exceptional group of K-12 educators. As we discussed their varied challenges in today’s classroom, it renewed my appreciation for the complexity and the weight of what teachers take on every day. It’s amazing! It takes courage to come alongside
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A business is a team endeavor, even if there are only two people on the team. The synergy of the team — or lack of it — will affect the company’s bottom line because a team needs to be in sync to operate with passion at its maximum or the quality/quantity of
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Leadership training does not come in one-size-fits-all. That all leaders should follow the same rules for success is a sad myth. Sad, because all leaders are not the same and bring different temperaments to the task. The strengths of various temperaments are needed at different times and for different tasks.
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Here’s a “Hard Thing Worth Doing” (#HTWD): Give the most difficult people you know the benefit of the doubt and assume they want to be great, just like you. Even people who seem to consistently be at odds with everyone in their entire world still want to reach their greatest
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Have you ever been your own worst enemy? Each of us certainly can be when one of our greatest assets is being “mismanaged.” We each have native inner strengths. But, there’s usually one strength that seems to contribute most to your reputation and notoriety. Is this contribution positive or negative? It’s
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Without people, there is no Company — meaning no staff, no business, no customers or clients. We should add: Without people performing at their best and creating productive relationships, a company will fall short of its potential. “No people, no company” is just part of the story. Where do we
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A business needs a product or service, research and development (perhaps), and management. Then the product or service must be sold and serviced. Sales and service can spell success or disappointing failure. Because it is so critical to the company’s success, giving sales and service personnel an “advanced edge” can
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