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Don’t Let Life Just Happen to You
Don’t Let Life Just Happen to You A Different Setting, A Different Perspective I’ve come to believe that most people don’t stop growing because they get older. They stop growing…
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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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Success Still Requires Focused Effort
Success Still Requires Focused Effort “Success usually isn’t determined by who has access to the best tools. It’s determined by who uses those tools with the greatest discipline.” We are…
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Leadership Thought #310 – Experience It, Then Let It Go
Letting go is a critical part of the journey. You cannot change the past; even yesterday is beyond…
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Leadership Thought #304 – Be Wary of Making Assumptions
We all know the danger of rushing to quick judgments or making false assumptions about things, but we…
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Leadership Thought #303 – Live Up To Your Commitments
Fulfilling your commitments is a critical part of achievement. The most successful people I know do what they…
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Leadership Thought #298 – Avoid Wallowing In the Darkness
What we focus on expands. If all your energy is channeled into negative thinking, don't be surprised if…
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Leadership Thought #297 – Avoid the Popular Opinion Bandwagon
Everyone is too quick to jump on the popular opinion bandwagon these days. Instead of taking the time…
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Leadership Thought #295 – Embrace Being Human
I often worry about people who read too many self-help books and/or set lofty expectations for themselves based…
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Leadership Thought #292 – Set A Positive and Proactive Tone on Mondays
Based on everything I have read and observed, it is safe to assume that most people don't like…
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Leadership Thought #287 – People Come and Go in Your Life and That’s Okay
Very few people are meant to take the full journey with you in life. Sometimes you outgrow people,…
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Leadership Thought #284 – How Do You End Your Day?
Ideally a person would want to use their time well and be highly productive and effective. They wouldn't…
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Leadership Thought #283 – The Importance of Time Off
I've always found it fascinating that the Germans and Scandinavians, who are regularly considered near the top of…
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Leadership Thought #280 – Tips/Tactics To Help You When You Are Feeling Overwhelmed
We all get overwhelmed at times. It is just part of life. Sometimes there is just too much…
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Leadership Thought #279 – Be Mindful About What Motivates You
We all need to be honest with ourselves about what motivates us and the cost/benefit of this behavior.…
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Leadership Thought #277 – Be There For The Other People In Your Life
You don't always have to take center stage. Sometimes it's just as important to play a supporting role…
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Leadership Thought #276 – Never Argue For The Sake Of Arguing
We have all met people who seem to argue for the sake of arguing. Some people seem to…
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Leadership Thought #274 – New Isn’t Always Better But It Is Reality
It is interesting that as we age, many of us become less willing to embrace change. At some…
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Leadership Thought #270 – Belief In Something Bigger
I don't often write about spiritual or faith issues in my blog because for the most part I…
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Leadership Thought #269 – All Things Must Pass
Whether we like it or not, "all things must pass." Everything has a beginning and an end. As…
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Leadership Thought #268 – Always Remember To Have The Courage Of Your Convictions and Speak Your Truth
Not every audience member is ready to hear what you have to say, but say it anyway if…
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Leadership Thought #266 – Approach Each Day Like It Matters (Because It Does)
Life is built one day at a time. We live from moment to moment. Keep this in mind…
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Leadership Thought #264 – Vulnerability Doesn’t Equal Weakness
All of life is lived on an emotional continuum. To ignore this fact won't work in the long…
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Leadership Thought #260 – Happiness IS Right Around The Corner
Never forget that every day begins with a beautiful sunrise. I read a book once (unfortunately, I forgot…
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Leadership Thought #258 – Are You Prepared For The Unexpected?
I'm fond of the Yiddish saying, "Man plans, God laughs..." As much as we can hope to create…
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Leadership Thought #257 – Not Everything Is Meant To Be Easy
I often think many of us are under the misconception that life is supposed to be easier than…
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Leadership Thought #255 – Managing Through Adversity
Some of us will achieve success that surpasses our expectations, while others will, regrettably, endure the painful consequences…
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Leadership Thought #253 – Fight The “Black Cloud” Mentality
Self-confidence and self-belief do matter. Your mental attitude and emotional resilience greatly influence your success and happiness. While…
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Leadership Thought #252 – Know When To Move On
Don't get mired in the past; embrace the present and pursue the future with great vigor. Know when…
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Leadership Thought #250 – The Importance of Personal Discipline
As adults, there are too many things competing for our time. It is easy to get lost in…
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Leadership Thought #249 – Isolate Yourself At Your Own Risk
The simple fact is that life involves dealing with people, especially if you aspire to a leadership position.…
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Leadership Thought #248 – Don’t Talk Yourself Out of Success
More often than not, the biggest barrier to our success is ourself. I've noticed that people can talk…
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Leadership Thought #247 – Be Careful About What Motivates You
Your life will contain moments that test your values and present you with difficult personal decisions. How you make…
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