Fatigue and self-acceptance

Persistent fatigue is your opportunity to say something stupid, do something wrong, lose your temper, forget details, and destroy your health. (Adapted from Harvard Health) Driving to success may drive you past tired… Continue reading →

No encouragement is discouragement

Those who make a difference, encourage. Encouragement infuses others with courage, hope, and confidence. Sounds like a good thing. So… Who have you encouraged in the last day or week? You’ve been meaning… Continue reading →

Less Courage more Preparation

Photo by Caro Wallis Robert Lindquist observed, “Courage is the power to let go of the familiar.” The real need for courage emerges when leaders say the present is no longer acceptable, our current… Continue reading →

Is overconfidence defeating you?

Marshall Goldsmith’s research indicates 80% to 85% of successful executives rate themselves in the top 20% of their peer group. Additionally, 70% rate themselves in the top 10%. It doesn’t take a mathematical… Continue reading →

How to rule out rules?

Having rules is safe. Rules protect Rules simplify Rules create consistent Rules maintain predictability Not having rules is dangerous. Rules mask individuality Rules stifle creativity Rules kill vitality In my opinion, rules are… Continue reading →

Stop living a lie!

Are you still sacrificing the things that matter most on the altar of urgency? Do you say, “Things will be different tomorrow?” I have friends that are sacrificing their spouse, children, friends, and… Continue reading →