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The Hardest Person to Lead
When asked what I do, my answer is to help people lead themselves well so they can have a greater impact in the world. Now here is the challenge. The hardest person to lead is yourself, which is one of the reasons I developed my “Life on a 3 x 5” system. This tool is...
No Buffer, Plan to Suffer
The lack of advance planning and last-minute execution gives no margin or buffer. My experience tells me – No Buffer, Plan to Suffer. Why do we need a Buffer? It leaves room for the unexpected. Many times, the unexpected happens when we least expect it. In most...
Entering The Shark Tank
One of my favorite television shows is Shark Tank. In the world you live, what would be some examples of “Shark Tanks?” For me, a few examples include meeting with my banker, my book publisher, a potential client, an event planner, or one of my boards. Nine...
Four Nails in an Organization’s Coffin
Let’s face it, most organizations do not survive long term. In fact, 96% don’t make it to 10 years. Rather than stating the obvious reasons organizations do not make it, such as profits or products, there are dangers you should look for. Four Nails in the...
Running Low On Self-Confidence?
Studies show that many people struggle with low self-confidence. Not having confidence can lead to bad habits, anxiety and even depression. Here are three steps to improve your self-confidence: 1. Healthy living – No doubt that you will have more...
Seven Habits of Highly Unsuccessful People
You may have heard of the book, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, written by Stephen Covey. I have read it several times and recommend it to others. These are the Seven Habits listed in the book: 1. Be proactive 2. Begin with the end in mind 3. Put first...
Inputs Produce Outputs
We have all heard the saying, “Garbage in garbage out.” What are the inputs in your life? If you do not like where you are in life, look at your inputs. What are you unhappy about? Your health? Your family situation? Your career? Your attitude? Five Inputs that...
Sizing Up Leaders
No organization ever has enough good leaders. As part of my “Life on a 3 X 5,” I write out my three Points of Passion. Developing leaders is on my list because I know the importance of good leaders. As I size up leaders, here are the 5 Questions I ask: 1. Do they...
What Do You Do?
If someone asks you this question, how would you answer? Recently I was in Virginia Beach, Virginia, speaking at a conference when one of the attendees asked, “What do you do other than speaking?” Before I could think about it, I answered, “Well, I consult,...
