Negative stories produce emotions that close your mind and harm your relationships. Emotions don’t know the difference between true stories or fiction. Video games, movies, and novels produce strong emotional responses. Horror movies… Continue reading
I cashed my wife’s $48 check and determined to give it away. A few days later we found ourselves in line behind a young couple in a department store. She’s holding a small package of diapers.… Continue reading
I told a board member of a large organization that successful leaders constantly develop their replacement. He was shocked and confused. He wrongly believes that successful leaders create value by making themselves indispensable.… Continue reading
If you want to become a remarkable leader, follow a leader of character, conviction, and vision. Don’t ask people to follow you until you’ve humbly followed someone else. You aren’t fit to lead until you… Continue reading
This note arrived this morning. “I have achieved a lot over the years. Why hasn’t anyone recognized me?” Lack of recognition and appreciation runs rampant in many organizations. The only time you’re noticed is… Continue reading
Leaders who don’t express gratitude are small-hearted Grinches. It doesn’t matter what you think of yourself. You’re building negative environments. Unexpressed gratitude is ungratefulness. The only way to sustain gratitude is to express it. Withheld gratitude… Continue reading
