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Speed versus Velocity
Some people think speed and velocity have the same meaning. However, they are quite different. Speed is the distance traveled over time. Velocity measures the speed and is direction aware. Speed is one dimensional. Velocity is multiple dimensional. So...
How to Handle Criticism
Today we live in a world of critics. It can be at work, at home, or on social media. There is nothing unnatural about criticism. If you are a leader, it comes with the territory. I want to offer what I would like to consider the best and most creative...
How To Defeat “If Only”
Most likely, we have all used the words “If Only.” If only I had applied myself in college. If only I would have stayed married. If only I had saved more money. If only I would not have made that decision. How do we defeat “If Only?” Three Weapons to Defeat...
Creating Margin in Your Life
What does it mean to have “Margin in life?” Margin is the space between our load and our limits: our reserves. It is the opposite of overload. Ways to Create Margin 1. Be intentional: control your schedule. 2. Learn to say NO! 3. Define and defend...
Personal Philosophy of Life
What is a Personal Philosophy? It can be guiding principles or a guiding statement that informs what you think, say, and do. It is not your Purpose Statement. My Purpose Statement: To encourage and empower others to live, lead, and finish well. ...
Mindset Outperforms Skill Set
Mindset outperforms skillset with only a few exceptions. A global survey was done of employers, and 96% chose mindset over skill set. Also, you are three times more likely to get or keep a job because of mindset rather than skills alone. An example is an employee I...
A Group of People We All Need
Have you ever heard the expression “Personal Board of Directors?” Several times in the Bible, Proverbs says we need a “Multitude of Counselors.” In my forty-plus years of leading organizations, I learned by experience that this is the truth! But unfortunately, in my...
How to Become a More Disciplined Person
Did you know most people believe they lack self-discipline? Here are the reasons why: Procrastination Lack of Purpose No Goals Negative mindset Fear of failure Ways to become a disciplined person: 1. Consistent Micro-Disciplines (study, sleep, exercise, goals,...
Who Should I Hire?
In the book “The Ideal Team Player,” leadership expert Patrick Lencioni says you should hire people who are humble, hungry, and smart. Let’s break that down: Humble – being of little ego. An example is someone who focuses more on their teammates than...
