I am your constant companion. I am your greatest helper or heaviest burden. I will push you onward or drag you down to failure. I am completely at your command. Half the things you do you might just as well turn over to me, and I will be able to do them quickly, correctly. I…
Since the Olympics are such a compelling athletic spectacle, we are conditioned to watch the athletes perform versus listen to what they say. So, now that the performances are all done, here are some words of wisdom from past Olympians that can help you make a lasting difference in your life and business. Practice creates…
TRUE LEADERSHIP is not measured by how many people serve you; rather, by how many people you serve. The award-winning Passionate Performance servant leadership model has been translated into 9 languages and used worldwide since 2004. Since it is based on human needs, its application transcends, industries, cultures and generations. This NEW, updated bestseller is part of McGraw-Hill's Business…
At work, the daily whirlwind demands of the job and your team can easily push you back into poor habits, such as being reactive (vs. proactive) and force you to abandon what you know to be positive leadership habits. So, reflect on specific triggers that may prevent you from sticking to practices like the 5 coaching habits…
William James, the father of psychology, stated that the most fundamental psychological need is to be appreciated. We all want to feel fully appreciated for our work. The payoff for inspiring leaders is that people do more for those who appreciate them. Although leaders widely recognize the need for appreciation, it tends to be a…
My son and I used to enjoy the television drama "Numb3rs" on Friday nights. It’s a thinking show where a genius FBI agent applies complex mathematical methods to solve crimes. So I thought, "Why not share some interesting numbers with you?" Not to worry, no math degree or calculators required. 1 - Action is all it takes…
Video of 1sv_PZDoxfE Today we have more of most things ... except some really important things. Try these 7 simple ways to stand out in today’s complicated world: Say please and thank you. Mom’s magic words mean more today than ever. Do what you say you will do. Honor your word ... always and in…
Speed. It’s a simple, yet sometimes mind-boggling concept. Consider this the next time you hit “send”. An email travels 3,000 miles from Los Angeles to Maine in just 2.4 seconds miles while switching servers 53 times! Been to the grocery store lately? A laser bar scanner at your local grocery store scans the product barcode…
Competence describes more than just your skills and knowledge. Competence represents anything that improves your ability to perform including your knowledge, skills, relationships, resourcefulness, processes, systems and information. Building your competence boosts your confidence ... and confidence is a close friend to high achievers. Building your competence is like cleaning your house. If you stop…
Video of v9HffXb6OH0 We hope this one-minute video inspires you to stick with it! The phrases are taken from the best selling rapid-read book, Sticking to It. If you place it on your nightstand in less than one hour you are either done reading it or asleep. A one-hour investment will elevate your ability to execute your plans. Read…
