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In Praise of Warm Heartedness
The things that separate us pale in significance compared to the things that unite us. We are all in this one world together and cooperation,…
April 19, 2016
Are you willing to take out the garbage?
“Are you willing to take out the garbage?” is another way of saying are you willing to do whatever it takes to get the job…
March 29, 2016
Fear is the Mind Killer
I was asked to prepare an Emotional/Spiritual growth exercise for a group; I choose the topic of fear: “The Cave We Fear to Enter holds the…
March 15, 2016
Life Themes, Part 1
I recently attended a 3 day retreat where, among other topics, we reflected and shared what we wanted to be our Life Themes for the remainder…
March 8, 2016
A Chairman’s Notes to his Regional Community Managers
To my Regional Community Managers, A Leader’s Task: Motivate Others to WANT to do what Needs to be Done; Okay but HOW? 1. You owe it to your…
March 3, 2016
Life’s Passenger or Pilot; which are you?
Are you happening to Life or is Life happening to you? Are you the most powerful force in your life, a proactive creator or are…
February 25, 2016
What is your Rai·son d’ê·tre?
Rai·son d’ê·tre means the most important reason or purpose for someone or something’s existence. Does your life have any point to it? Are you committed…
February 23, 2016
Real Estate Investment Q & A
Hello Mr. Collier, I hope all is well with you. Would you mind answering the below questions and sharing your perspectives? Thank you so much!…
February 18, 2016
CapEx: Yea or Nay?
I lead a small organization of just under 500 Team Members. Creativity, Engagement, and Empowerment are all characteristics we wish to encourage; delegating responsibility and…
February 2, 2016
Unwilling to Take a Deeper Look: Culture of Complacency Cultivates Catastrophe
“Culture of Complacency Cultivates Catastrophe” Brig. Gen. William E. King IV (then colonel) commanded Dugway Proving Ground in Utah from 2009 to 2011, during which time the…
January 21, 2016
Mentor’s Reply to Young Entrepreneur’s Questions (Part V)
Hello Mr. Collier, I hope everything is going well with you. Would you mind answering the below questions? What is your definition of “street smarts”?…
January 12, 2016
Mentor’s Reply to Young Entrepreneur’s Questions (Part IV)
Hello Mr. Collier, I hope everything is going well with you. Would you mind answering the below questions? Do you approach each real estate asset…
January 5, 2016
Thoughts for the New Year
What Do I Want to Be When I Grow Up? What Do I Want to Learn Most/Next? WHO Do I Want to Be? How Good Do I Have to…
December 31, 2015
Mentor’s Reply to Young Entrepreneur’s Questions (Part III)
Hello Mr. Collier, I hope everything is going well with you. Would you mind answering the below questions? When looking at purchasing a property what…
December 24, 2015
ETB;IFWYE: A Major Key to Success
ETB;IFWYE stands for “Expect the Best, Inspect For What You Expect.” To succeed in our work life, we must get things done, accomplish tasks, complete…
December 22, 2015
A Culture of Accountability, A Culture of Support
Life (and success) is a lot about balancing. Creating BOTH a “Culture of Accountability” AND a “Culture of Support” is a vital balance that must…
December 17, 2015
What is your Tikkun Olam?
Tikkun Olam literally means “world repair” or “construction for eternity”. In a practical sense it can be “acts of kindness” that better the human condition,…
November 17, 2015
Team Building Exercise: “Here’s What You Need to Know To Influence Me”
Team Building Exercise: “Here’s what you need to know about me in order to influence me.” -These are the things that drive me crazy. -These…
November 5, 2015
Ten Qualities of a Leader
1.) Intelligent Initiative (Anyone can yell charge, can you pick the right moment? Prepare your troops properly? Train? Motivate?) 2.) Commitment to Continuous Improvement 3.)…
October 27, 2015
Mentor’s Reply to Young Entrepreneur’s Questions
1. What do you think separated you from your fellow investor colleagues and friends in terms of your exponential growth and success? I created an organization;…
August 4, 2015
Sincere “Sorry!” Sign of Strength
Strangely, some see an apology as a sign of weakness! Au contraire! A from-the-heart “sorry” is a sign of a secure, strong, anchored from within…
July 16, 2015
Shun Sloppy Moods
Mood Management. Emotional Control. EQ: Emotional Intelligence. Emotional Labor. Self-discipline. Self-Control. Patience. We are all human, we have our ups and downs. Respect for others…
July 9, 2015
Superior Supervisors Refuse to Solve Subordinates Problems
Most supervisors are promoted to the position because they are smart and can create and implement solutions and tend to rightly take pride in their…
July 7, 2015
Don’t Fire Them; Fire Them Up!
Changing a mediocre culture into a winning one can be difficult. If it were easy, it would’ve already been done. Change can be threatening and resistance…
June 16, 2015
Are You a Change Agent?
Change Agents make things happen for the better. Any situation they are in, they look around, looking for a way to make things run smoother,…
June 9, 2015
Side Stepping the Snarky Snares of Shame and Blame
As the owner of a company, as the leader of a terrific team of 500+ dedicated individuals, as a deal maker/investor, as a loving human…
April 30, 2015