Category Archive: Vision

Don’t narrow the dream expand the team

One day long, long ago, in a galaxy far, far away; you dreamed of greatness.  You dreamed of a successful business, helping hundreds or thousands of others, or earning a position of powerful… Continue reading

Criticism and vision

Here’s a suggestion for handling criticism. Adopt personal, professional, or project vision statements. Here’s one of my personal vision statements.  “Become an effective, dynamic public speaker.”  That vision informs the way I handle… Continue reading

Trajectory

About a year ago a new leader came into my life and things radically changed.  He had a background unique from mine.  He thought and lived and had priorities distinct from mine.  He… Continue reading

Drifting?

Recently someone asked, “What do you want to do with your life during 2010.”  I articulated a clearly thought out vision that surprised my questioner.  “I’m going to use technology to extend positive… Continue reading

Resolutions

Wayne Newton’s New Year’s Resolution is spending at least one more hour with his family every day.  It sounds like a great resolution.  It’s specific, it’s measurable, and it’s probably achievable.  What’s missing?… Continue reading

Frustration or Inspiration

Leaders are leaders because they believe the present needs improvement.  They’re fanatics when it comes to their cause, political position, product, or objective. It’s frustrating when others don’t share your passion.  Employees aren’t… Continue reading