Courage wears many faces. Seems like it’s easier to recognize when it’s not your own. Think about people you regard as courageous. What attributes do they have that put them in your personal hall of courage? Gumption? Guts? Chutzpah?( I had someone describe me with that term once and I had to look it up. …
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There are times we all need a little boost. It’s not something leaders are typically comfortable confessing, but it’s impossible to feel strong all the time. Some personalities are more likely to question themselves than others and women seem to need the confidence boost more often than men. I discussed a smattering of the studies …
As I grabbed a stool to access a high cabinet the other day, I started thinking how handy that small piece of furniture is when I need a boost. In this case, I was able to step up and reach an object on a shelf that was beyond my reach. That simple act got me …
One of the loveliest parts of travel is returning home. The comfort of the known, the familiar rhythm of daily life… it all has a fresh luster when you return from adventures in foreign lands. Breezing through customs last week, the agent declared, “Welcome Home” as the anthem “America, America, God shed your grace on …
A Tribe of Leaders “Eagles come in all shapes and sizes, but you will recognize them chiefly by their attitudes.” ~ E. F. Schumacher There’s a dramatic difference between chickens and eagles. Observing both has been interesting and given me fresh insights into leadership. I’ve never been much of a bird watcher until we moved …
When was the last time you heard a song that got stuck in your head? Maybe you didn’t even particularly like it – that makes it even more irritating! One of them that comes to mind for me is “It’s a Small World After All” that plays on the Disney ride. It goes from cute …
Every week when I flip my personal planner to a new page, the blank spaces beckon me to fill in My Project This Week, My Goals and My Biggest Win. I get a clean slate every week. I’ve been reminded of an important truth as I consider how to fill in the blanks. Success is …
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.” — Steve Jobs If a phrase became true through repetition, our world would be ablaze with those living with …
Every year, I choose a word. One word to keep before me. This word is pondered, considered, and savored throughout the year. It helps me focus and live intentionally. Fulfillment is this year’s word. The dictionary lists more than a few meanings… fulfill (-ment is the suffix making the verb form a noun) The word …
We all want to win. And most of us recognize that there’s a price to pay to do so. There will be giants to fight, obstacles to overcome and wounds along the way. It’s always valuable to learn from those who have won remarkable victories, so today I have chosen to consider an incredibly young …