It is back to school for many students, including my wife and me. We are in the second half of a M.A. program in Global Leadership. Our classes are all online with our cohorts through Azusa Pacific University. Learning is important for leaders, whether structured (formal school or program) or unstructured (self-taught and informal). Bobby... Continue Reading →
Three Things I Would Tell my Younger Self
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 →
Two Keys for a Successful Year
“The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own.” (Dr. Albert Ellis) This statement illustrates an important principle for success this year: Make Things Happen Having a successful year, living well and accomplishing worthwhile goals are majorly dependent on one thing: YOU making things happen! Each of... Continue Reading →
The Transforming Power of Gratitude
Is gratitude truly beneficial, or is it simply a nice virtue our mothers taught us? You may recall a similar experience... “What do you say?” Mom gently spurred me on when, as a little child, someone gave me a gift. Of course, “Thank you!” was always the proper response. Is expressing thanks an appropriate response... Continue Reading →
