http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxBQLFLei70 The following is adapted from the commencement address by Adm. William H. McRaven, ninth commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, at the University of Texas at Austin on May 17. Lessons I learned from basic SEAL training: If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed. Every morning in basic... Continue Reading →
Leadership Lessons from Lone Survivor and SEAL Team 10
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoLFk4JK_RM I am deeply humbled and grateful for Petty Officer 1st Class Marcus Luttrell and Navy SEAL team 10. I was riveted to the movie, Lone Survivor. I had read Marcus Luttrell’s book five years ago and was waiting for the movie to come out. It is intense, inspiring and raw. I have compiled several... Continue Reading →
Nelson Mandela quotes
Nelson Mandela died on December 5, 2013 at the age of 95. After spending 27 years in prison as a political prisoner, he was released and forgave his captors. He became president of South Africa and helped the country heal from Apartheid. He was a winner of the Nobel Peace Prize and was a leader... Continue Reading →
John F. Kennedy on Leadership
Yesterday was the 5oth Anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. I remember sitting on my dad's lap in our small living room, hearing the news and watching the funeral. It was a sad moment in our history. Here are some quotes from JFK on leadership. Live Well: Physical fitness is not only... Continue Reading →
the HEART of leadership
Powerful words. Great story. Quick-read book. What could be better?
I accepted the opportunity to be part of the launch team for Mark Miller’s new book, The HEART of Leadership. I read it in just a few hours(!)… but I will be referring back to it for a long time.
Without leadership character,
no one cares about your skills.
Mark’s book tells the story of Blake Brown and his search for what makes leaders different after he misses a leadership promotion. Blake seeks out help from his mentor, Debbie Brewster, who sends him to meet with five special people. Each of the five share with Blake one element of leadership character. Blake changes his heart in the process, as well as his leadership at home and at work.
This book is a simple, quick, easy read… but there is great depth in its content. Here is a quick review of key…
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