How to Defeat “Don’t Want” Thinking in Yourself and Others

Any fool knows what they don’t want.

The person you want to become is lost when “don’t want” dominates your thinking. Saying, “I hate being frustrated,” is disappointing compared to concentrating on things within your control.

Life is built with “Do want” actions.

Here’s how…

Dear Dan: How to Explore Your Boss’s Aspirations

I received an email about a boss’s aspirations. The writer asks, “What are your thoughts on the idea of asking your manager what their ambitions are?”

It’s a wonderful question with political implications. A direct answer might be difficult.

I offered this reader some suggestions.

What suggestions to you have?

The Perils of Flexibility and the Unexplored Power of Unbending Resolve

Rigid people face challenges of their own making. But too much flexibility dilutes credibility.

Be flexible in method and unbending in values.

This post explores two areas where unbending resolve is necessary for leaders.

Go with the flow only when the current carries you where you want to go.

Time Management: Become a Vampire Killer

Your time belongs to you.

You might sell it, use it for yourself, or even squander it. Often, you give it to time vampires without realizing it.

Time management is self-management.

This post explains 7 simple ways to slay time vampires today.

Read this post to get a grip on time.

Discovering Soul in an Ego-Soaked World

Ego detox energizes soul. Choose vitality.

Stop telling lies to protect status.

Worry less about fairness.

View conversations as collaborations, not competitions.

Affirm others. Fix yourself.

Don’t beat yourself down for responsible failure.

We love leaders with soul. This post offers suggestions for leading with soul.

7 Churchill Quotes You May Not Know

Churchill carried England on the power of his voice. 7 Churchill Quotes: #1. Leaders define reality. Churchill gave people a bold way of seeing. “These are not dark days. These are great days.… Continue reading