Developing your People Skills

Want to improve your people skills? Learning the fine art of small talk can help you find common ground with others and create connection. Continue reading →

Chick-fil-A Leadercast Part 2 — Leading with our Choices

Last week we talked about some insightful and inspiring people: Andy Stanley, Urban Meyer, Tim Tebow, Soledad O’Brien, and Dr. Roland Fryer. They talked about passion and responsibility–using your passion and taking responsibility as choices. This week we’ll wrap up with some great business practical application. The Speakers Marcus Buckingham (author and founder of The … Continue reading →

Chick-fil-A Leadercast — Choices We Make

Last month on my web site I promoted the Chick-fil-A Leadercast to you, talking about what a fun and challenging time it would be. I found it personally (and physically) challenging. It was loads of fun and I would encourage you to save the date of May 10, 2013 for next year’s Leadercast! Focused on … Continue reading →

Getting into the Success ACT

Many wish that the “key to success” was something I could press on my keyboard, and voila! What they don’t realize is that some very simple things are the difference between success and struggle. I have met very successful people who have risen to the top of their field in a matter of, say, 10 … Continue reading →

Leading People: A Guide to Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws (Part 7)

Think the Law of Gravity, not criminal law… What an amazing journey this has been, talking about John Maxwell’s The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership.  I appreciate all of you who have followed this blog in real time, allowing me the opportunity to find my voice as a blogger and grow through the experience. It … Continue reading →

Leading People: A Guide to Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws (Part 6)

Think the Law of Gravity, not criminal law…         Before we get started, I want to acknowledge the passing of a Steve Jobs, one of the truly visionary leaders of our generation. While he might have been prickly to work with, according to some accounts, few can deny the passion and genius … Continue reading →

Leading People: A Guide to Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws (Part 5)

Think the Law of Gravity, not criminal law…   I want to apologize to those of you who started the blogging journey with me. I have been so busy with certification, clients, and some personal matters that have kept me distracted from working on the blog or finishing this series on the 21 Irrefutable Laws. … Continue reading →

Leading People: A Guide to Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws (Part 4)

Think the Law of Gravity, not criminal law…   If you love Civil War history, then I live in one of your favorite parts of the country: Fredericksburg, VA. There were numerous important battles in the region, including two Battles of Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Spotsylvania Courthouse, and 2 Battles of the Wilderness—plus numerous smaller skirmishes. Civil … Continue reading →

Leading People: A Guide to Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws (Part 3)

Think the Law of Gravity, not criminal law… I am currently working with a Mastermind Group studying the 21 Irrefutable Laws. A Mastermind Group is a gathering of individuals gathered together and committed to achieving a particular goal or objective through regular discussion, planning, and support. Think of a board of directors focused on steering … Continue reading →

A Minute With Maxwell: Word for the Day: Rich

John Maxwell puts out a daily “Minute with Maxwell” that spends about one minute each day talking about a word his fans send to him. Today, his word was RICH. I really enjoyed that he acknowledged rich doesn’t simply refer to money. Money is useful and valuable — John has money — but that real … Continue reading →