We seem to constantly hear about leaders who lose their way by committing ethical failures that ruin their career and organization. Hewlett-Packard CEO, Mark Hurd, submitted false expense reports and had to resign. U.S. Senator John Ensign used monetary payoffs to cover up an extramarital affair. The list could go on. It is easy to […]
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“Every so often a Celtics game would heat up so that it became more than a physical game or even mental game, and would be magical. That feeling is difficult to describe, and I certainly never talked about it when I was playing. When it happened, I could feel my play rise to a new
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What does Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Adams, Sam Walton, Walt Disney, Robert Johnson, David Packard, George Merck and Thomas Watson all have in common? They are all well known leaders, who were not necessarily charismatic leaders, but who were organizational visionaries that changed the world around them. How would our world be different if
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“I have a dream…” Martin Luther King, Jr. Recently I met with a client who is the leader of a growing organization. One of her strengths is that she is inspired by the future and what could be. She is also very good at bringing people together to work to make that dream a reality.
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It is the beginning of a new year, and I wish blessings for you. This is a common time of the year when people review past accomplishments and plan for the future. In a previous article and blog, I discussed the contribution cycle. Within that cycle are important categories of life that impact our life
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During the holidays, there is a common word that I hear people say over and over. It is the word, “tired.” The holidays are a busy time of year full of interacting with people. There are work parties, family celebrations, and charity events. I often hear people lament about how drained they feel. Here are
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“Appreciate everything your associates do for the business. Nothing else can quite substitute for a few well-chosen, well-timed, sincere words of praise. They’re absolutely free and worth a fortune.” – Sam Walton The number one reason people leave their jobs is that they do not feel appreciated. When you think about just the cost of
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We can learn a great deal from other leaders who have gone before us. What challenges did they face? How did they overcome them? How can I apply what they learned to my own life? We can learn from other leaders by talking with them or reading their stories. Right now I am reading the
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“Individuals don’t win. Teams do.” – Sam Walton Often when people think of a leader, they think of directing others. One secret, though, to great leaders is that they serve. As a leader your privilege is to serve your team members so that they are successful. Your role is one of providing support and resources
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There is a quote that says, “The greatest gift is the here and now and that is why it is called the Present.” Well, I would like to take this quote one step further. The greatest gift that you can give to others is Yourself, your full attention. That is why it is called your
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