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Beware the Thomas Becket Pitfall
In any organization, there is a natural desire to please one’s boss. In general, a good, even excellent thing. However, when rules are cast aside,…
March 24, 2022
Two Lies Leaders Should Never Tell Themselves
Lie #1: “I’ve unique stress others don’t so understandable if I…” Even if the first part of the statement is true, the second is definitely…
March 15, 2022
Leaders are NOT Problem Solvers
This may be heresy to some traditional thinkers, but the primary role of a leader is NOT to be a problem solver per se but…
January 6, 2022
Consolidate Your Caring
It is possible to care too much, both from the perspective of 1) being ineffective and of 2) emotional exhaustion. Far better to positively impact…
November 30, 2021
Be Strong, Make the First Move
Whether it be breaking the ice or being the first to reach out in a relationship (be it friendly, family, or romantic) or being the…
November 18, 2021
The Faster You Run, the Behinder You Get: Why Telling Doesn’t Work
We all try to be efficient and offer good advice; when we see a problem, we offer solutions, earnestly trying to help. But what if…
November 11, 2021
Can Cautionary Words Become Discouraging Words?
Words carry weight and the message we intend to send is not always the message received. Supervisors often try to share “known failure paths” in…
October 19, 2021
Seven Habits of Happy People
They monitor their self-talk; keep it positive, solution oriented. They choose companions in life that challenge them to be their best. They Release. They focus…
September 9, 2021
Our Lives, Our Fortunes, And Our Sacred Honor
This July 4th, as we celebrate the 245th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we would do well to pause and reflect on the extraordinary…
July 6, 2021
Freedom Isn’t Free
This 4th of July As we celebrate our liberty, let us remember and honor the sacrifices others have made. “Freedom Isn’t Free” By Kelly Strong written…
July 1, 2021
Believe People UP, not Down
Sometimes when you fear the worst in people, you can destroy the best. Our expectations of people powerfully impact their behavior, especially at the margin.…
June 22, 2021