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One Powerful Leadership Secret

Leadership carries a plethora of responsibilities, not the least of which is cultivating a powerful, effective and evolving team. As leaders we wear many hats and when the going gets tough, it’s easy to grab the hat that says: “Get it done! That’s why I hired you!!”...

Fierce Conversations Workshop: Coaching Model

Are you responsible for developing emerging leaders? Are you cultivating hidden talents? Do you have the opportunity to empower individuals personally or professionally to achieve higher levels of success and happiness? Those are just a few of the objectives of the...

A Taste of Fierce Conversations®

A Taste of Fierce Conversations® Have you ever avoided a conversation because it was too risky, too scary, too emotional or you just plain didn’t know how to begin it?  I know I have! Most of us just aren’t taught how to have the “real” conversations in our lives, you...

A Worthy Response to the Mosque Discussion

A Worthy Response to the Mosque Discussion

I present this not as a political debate, though I am aware some will perceive it that way.  Instead, I see it as a powerfully clear message that speaks to the heart of the matter: humanity. Fear is real and always will be, but the test that all our religions put to...

Go Ahead, Have an Average Day

You read me right. Have an average day! Weird? I know, but here's the thing. Greatness isn't measured against the ordinary or by the absence of mistakes or the days you failed. Historically speaking, the ones who have achieved the most are also the ones who missed the...

The Saints, The Colts & Life

Was that a fascinating Superbowl or what? OK, I admit it, I was raised in Baltimore and while I never took it personally, I never quite understood the Colt's departure in the middle of the night. Combine the whole Baltimore connection with the fact that I'm not a big...

Don't Quit

I came across this anonymous poem this morning at a time when I really needed to read its words, so I thought I would share it with you in case it helps. Have a great week. Don’t Quit When things go wrong As they sometimes will, When the road you’re trudging Seems all...

Work Ethic or Guilt?

It's a simple question; are your 10-12-14 hour days and your 6 and 7 day work weeks a function of a highly developed work ethic, or are you behaving that way out of guilt? Do you really enjoy your work that much; are you are empowered by such a commitment?  Do enjoy...

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