Let us end your week by sharing an quote by William Arthur Ward. We saw it on a magnet used to decorate our daughter's school locker back when she started 6th grade – a huge event in the life of a tween! The adventure of life is to learn. The goal of life is to grow. The nature…
Leadership is an inside job. It starts with self. Self-leadership is the awareness and intentional use of your thoughts, words and actions to be your best and get the best others. You must be your best before you can get the best from your team. As a simple formula it looks like: Think + Say…
This poem titled “Who am I?,” by an unknown author, serves as a poignant reminder as we make resolutions. 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 of the things you do you…
Today’s technology and social media enable us to express top-of-mind thoughts to the world. Just because we can say something doesn’t mean we should. My sister shared this poster that appears throughout the high school where she teaches. Good advice for students. Good advice for each of us!
Of course, it's important to think about our goals, but nothing happens until we ACT. So, step out and take action toward your goals today!
I learned about the theory of goal setting in school and like many of us, learned about the mechanics of goal setting on the job. When my middle daughter, Grace, was seven years old I surprisingly experienced first-hand the power of thinking big. It came at the hands of someone quite small. Grace loved to play catch with Dad.…
If your kids could share their secrets with you, they would be... Keep Things in Perspective Accept Us Be Real Talk with Us Create Connections Be Consistent Expect the Best Encourage Us Spread Gratitude Take Care of Yourself Be Present Live What You Teach This is exactly what our three kids have told us. Please Listen…
Success is a reflection of your commitment to excellence. And this is certainly the kind of year for reflection. As the young lion looks at his reflection in the river, a rumbling voice from the heavens bellows, "Look inside yourself, Simba. You are more than you have become." It is the voice of Mufasa talking to…
Life is a game of inches... the six inches between your ears. Those who master their mindset tend to win. That is as true today as it ever was. Your mindset: Reflects your past Describes your present Predicts your future. So, make it a positive one! Positivity is not about always being positive. It is…
Life is a game of inches - the six inches between your ears. You must get your mind right before you get your team right. Leadership is an inside job. It starts with your personal leadership which is the awareness and intentional use of your thoughts, words and actions to get the best from yourself…
