Do you every wish you could have a do-over? I have, many times. For example, I have wished I could start the conversation differently with my wife in a way that validated her feelings instead of going on the defensive. In golf, a do-over is called a mulligan. I know a real golfer does not... Continue Reading →
The Four Essential Food Groups for Leaders
On Thursday, I had the privilege to take part in a leadership development conversation with Dr. Henry Cloud, hosted by Dan Rockwell, A.K.A. Leadership Freak. The conference call focused on Henry's upcoming new book: Boundaries for Leaders: Results, Relationships and Being Ridiculously in Charge. Dan moderated the discussion, and Henry discussed concepts from Boundaries for Leaders, including several... Continue Reading →
Margaret Thatcher on Leadership
Remembering Margaret Thatcher (13 October 1925 – 8 April 2013) Margaret Thatcher served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979-1990. She was the only woman to have ever held the position of leadership, and was the longest-serving British Prime Minister of the 20th century. Here are a few of her famous quotes: on living well: “Watch your... Continue Reading →
George Washington quotes on leadership
In honor of his birthday, enjoy a few quotes from George Washington on living, loving, leading, learning and leaving a legacy... “Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.” “It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible.” “Associate with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for it... Continue Reading →
Abraham Lincoln on leadership
February is Presidents Month and February 12 we celebrate the birthday of the 16th president of the United States of America, Abraham Lincoln. In honor of this great leader, enjoy a few notable quotes from Abraham Lincoln on living, loving, leading, learning and leaving a legacy. “And in the end it is not the... Continue Reading →
