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20 Unexpected Firsts that Make Average Leaders Remarkable

Being first isn’t always good, sometimes it’s necessary. When you see remarkable leaders you know they did something first. Sometimes it’s crafting plans. Other times it’s trying something new. Some firsts are unexpected.… Continue reading

7 Responses that Defeat Defensiveness

People don’t make you feel defensive. Defensiveness is your response. Defensiveness is feeling attacked when others are trying to help. Defensive language: My natural response to criticism or corrective feedback is self-protection. After… Continue reading

12 Things the Worst Leaders Do That You Can Learn From

Don’t pour gravel in the stew. Leave out things the worst leaders do.

Ask yourself, “How can I do the opposite of leaders who struggle stumble and fail?”

Let Go When You’re at the End of the Rope

You need grit to hang on. You need wisdom to let go.

What if it’s time to let go?

Between Stupidity and Wisdom

There’s a name for people who are too stupid to know they are stupid. The Dunning–Kruger effect.

You haven’t learned anything unless you’re a fool. Wisdom is always learning.

The Dark Night of the Soul

Everyone descends into the dark night of the soul a time or two or three. Some absorb the darkness. Others rise. This post is about the difference. The difference between everyday blues and… Continue reading