Most growth occurs when you are uncomfortable. That’s why adversity can be our friend in growth. Since adversity has an uncanny knack for paralyzing us, it becomes critical to keep moving through it. Otherwise, we will be stalled in its grip. At 19, Amy Purdy was living the life she had always dreamed of as…
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is a world-famous tourist attraction, but unlike most architectural landmarks, it isn’t because of its breathtaking design. In fact, quite the opposite. Its architect never intended on it being a leaning bell tower. But something went very wrong during its 177 years of construction. Work on the ground floor of…
One of our favorite poems says it best: Yesterday is history,Tomorrow is a mystery,Today is a gift,That’s why we call it the Present. —Alice Morse Earle There’s an adage in rock climbing called the “three-foot world” in which climbers focus not on the massive rock wall they’re attempting to climb, but the problems that are…
Use your experiences of adversity as learning moments to pinpoint opportunities to improve, reflect, grow, rebuild, or test your own character or faith. Instead of, “Why is this happening to me?” ask yourself, “What is the situation trying to teach me?” The pathway to healthy leadership is not always smooth. Sometimes struggles are exactly what…
We can only improve what we observe and are aware of. So, knowledge of yourself is the most important type of knowledge—and provides the most fertile ground for self-growth. Knowing your own tendencies, preferences, natural gifts, and weaknesses helps you be more personally effective and, as a result, a more insightful and effective leader. You…
Here are five truths about growth that we have identified during our many years of work: Change is inevitable, but growth is a choice. Change is omnipresent, but if we resist it, we may not grow from it. Real and sustained growth happens when we choose it. What gets watered grows. When we reinforce ourselves…
Healthy leadership addresses human needs—it’s personal. This new approach to leadership is comprised of three principles (mindsets) and three practices (skillsets) that are no longer just nice to do in today’s new world of work. Healthy leadership is like a cultural magnet that attracts people to your team and the cultural glue that makes them…
Consider a measurement continuum. At one end are lagging indicators. These are the results of your team’s past performance. They enable you to see if your activities produced the desired outcomes. At the other end of the continuum are leading indicators. These are the drivers of your team’s future performance. They provide early warning signs…
We want to extend our sincere thanks and deep gratitude! You have shown your support and encouragement in many ways over the years. It serves as fuel for us since we view our work as a personal calling. Recently, several special clients and colleagues generously agreed to read a preview of our new book and…
It's our Sweet 16! Our latest and 16th book has been released. Thank you so much for your encouragement and support! We hope you enjoy these healthy quotes from Healthy Leadership. https://youtu.be/rUghyuvQvbY Take a look inside and see what CEOs are saying about Healthy Leadership.
