Personal Development Resources

Everyone has the capacity for personal development but not everyone takes advantage of the opportunity.  We are all a work in progress and the work is never done.  There are always ways to improve and get better at how you approach your life and work.

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Are Your Business Goals Optional—or Mandatory?

Are Your Business Goals Optional—or Mandatory? The start of a new year brings optimism, energy, and ambitious business goals. Leaders and teams are focused on growth, opportunity, and what’s possible. It’s a time…

What Does Success Really Mean to You?

What Does Success Really Mean to You? Most people think they know what success is—until you ask them to define it. It sounds like a simple question: What does success mean to you?…

Civility Isn’t Dead—But It Needs a Revival

This isn’t about being old-fashioned. Civility never goes out of style. It’s about how we treat each other when nobody’s keeping score. With that in mind, here are some practical reminders—simple habits and…

The Great Energy Divide: Positive Versus Negative People

Every relationship—personal or professional—either lifts you or weighs you down. There’s no neutral. There’s positive energy that expands your perspective, fuels your hope, and deepens your purpose. And then there’s negative energy that…

A Midday Conversation with Marcus Aurelius

Lead with principle, not popularity. Govern your emotions before governing others. Seek truth, even when it humbles you. And remember: this role, this power, this body—it is all rented. Use it wisely. Return…

A Call to Kindness on Good Friday

We are called to be better to one another. Not perfect. Just better. Kinder. Gentler. Quieter when we want to shout. Open when we’d rather close off. The world doesn’t just need more…

The Art of Ending Well: Why How You Finish Matters

Beginnings are easy. Endings are frequently hard or awkward. We should, therefore, exercise greater care and consideration when transitioning from one circumstance to the next. It’s strange how a relationship or situation that’s…

A Farewell to Charles Handy

I recently read about Charles Handy's passing in the Wall Street Journal. Given his age, it isn’t surprising, but it still fills me with sadness. I’ve been reading his books for over 25…

Gratitude: The Core of Thanksgiving and Leadership

Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it’s a celebration of gratitude, a virtue that has the power to transform our leadership, relationships, and communities. At its heart, Thanksgiving reminds us of a simple yet…

Recommended Reading

Meditations for Mortals

By adopting the mindset of imperfectionism and mindful leadership, leaders can make better strategic decisions, set healthier boundaries, and model sustainable work habits for their teams. The book helps leaders move away from…

Why Can’t We Be Good?

Introduction Why Can’t We Be Good? by Jacob Needleman takes on one of the most uncomfortable but important questions of human life: if we know what is right, why do we so often…

Don’t Believe Everything You Think

Book Introduction Don’t Believe Everything You Think by Joseph Nguyen is a powerful and eye-opening book that challenges one of our most basic assumptions—that our thoughts are always true. Nguyen explains that much…

Reading Excerpts

Reading Summaries

Managing Oneself

Achieving lasting success isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter and understanding what truly drives you. In Managing Oneself, legendary management thinker Peter Drucker provides a powerful guide to self-awareness, helping professionals…

Leadership and Self-Deception

Introduction “Leadership and Self-Deception” by The Arbinger Institute explores how our inherent tendency towards self-deception affects our relationships and leadership effectiveness. The book delves into the concept of being “in the box” of…

Brain Rules

"Brain Rules" by John Medina provides valuable insights into how the brain works and offers practical advice for enhancing cognitive function and well-being. By understanding and applying these principles, individuals can improve their…

Beneath the Armor

By embracing authenticity, self-care, talent development, financial savvy, and strategic thinking, leaders can inspire their teams to achieve extraordinary results. The blend of high-level insights and practical guidance makes this book a valuable…

As A Man Thinketh

By mastering our thoughts, we can achieve personal and professional success, cultivate inner peace, and transform our lives. The book's timeless wisdom offers practical guidance for harnessing the power of thought to create…

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