Critical Thinking: Do you need to change your default settings? I’m in a business where I tend to meet a lot of people. Typically, I’ll set up a call with my new colleague and schedule a time and place to meet for coffee or lunch. Think […]
Do you have like-minded partners? Warren Buffett and his right hand business partner Charlie Munger have walked together for a long time. Warren met Charlie in 1955 and Charlie has held the seat of Vice Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway since 1977. Together they have built the […]
There are three types of workers, tool collectors, craftsmen/women and artists. Some years ago I remember watching my brother and his friend fix up homes. I would watch them get out of the truck carrying heavy-duty power tools and carpentry equipment. I watched them for a […]
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a free agent is a person who is able to act freely without being controlled by someone else: a professional athlete (such as a football player) who is free to sign a contract to play for any team. You are a […]
The cracks in our character are revealed during a crisis. It is so easy to be happy and upbeat when all is well and the sun is shining. But, how do you respond in situations when you feel pissed off because you just experienced an act […]
Being a champion for change is challenging. My kids tease me regarding how I type. When I went to high school typing class was not a requirement, so I requested to attend wood shop. Many years have passed and I’m still pecking on the […]
Do you maintain perseverance through tough times? In the late 60’s Martin Seligman and Steven Maier conducted an experiment with 3 groups of dogs. The first group was placed in a harness and soon released. The second and third groups of dogs were yoked in pairs, […]
Resilient leaders plan for comebacks. Imagine attending a meeting with a number of your peers and the CEO. The discussion is about losing a major client. You have already experienced a rough week and the discussion is heated. You have clearly made your case regarding why […]
Well, if you are reading this blog you are still breathing and you’ve been fortunate to witness another year. Some of us have already evaluated last year’s goals and have a good idea of our top initiatives for the new year. I sat down with my […]
What if we thought more about strategic thinking? How much more effective could we be? The typical leader’s average day consists of meetings, fire fighting, shaping relationships and more meetings. Many leaders don’t give much thought in terms of strategic thinking. I jumped out of bed […]
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