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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 #244 – Don’t Be So Quick To Rush To Judgment
Don't be so quick to rush to judgment. It is sad how much self-righteousness, anger, fear, jealousy and…
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Leadership Thought #243 – Every Strength Has A Shadow, Every Weakness Has A Shield
Real growth requires that we understand that our behaviors have shadows and shields, but they should not loom…
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Leadership Thought #242 – Life Does Not Reward Those That Hesitate
It is better to move confidently in the direction of your goals/dreams and deal with the inevitable bumps…
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Leadership Thought #236 – Drop The Mask And Be Real
Too often in life, we respond to situations the way we think we should, rather than expressing our…
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Leadership Thought #233 – Life Does Require Perspective
Despite our relative wealth, comfort, and convenience compared to any other time in history, we still want more.…
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Leadership Thought #232 – Talent Without Effort Leads To Unrealized Potential
Talent will only ever get you so far in life. You must regularly exercise that talent and push…
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Leadership Thought #231 – 7 Tips To Prevent and Minimize The Impact Of Adversity
No one is ever completely protected from the bad things that can happen in life. Each of us…
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Leadership Thought #230 – Aspire To Reach Higher
Every life is special. Every individual is capable of remarkable things. We all have shortcomings, but we also…
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Leadership Thought #229 – The Pursuit Of Knowledge Offers Big Advantages In Life
Knowledge doesn't just mean being book smart, although this is often an important variable and shouldn't be downplayed.…
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Leadership Thought #224 – Anything Is Possible
Anything is possible but not everything is probable. We all just need to figure out how much risk…
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Leadership Thought #223 – What Goes Up Must Come Down
The Laws of Gravity apply in all aspects of life: what goes up must come down. No one…
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Leadership Thought #219 – Things Aren’t Always “Black and White”
The problem is that life is complex not simple. There are many reasons why things do or do…
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Leadership Thought #218 – The Struggle Is Part Of The Journey
Believe it or not I often feel sorry for people who achieve success too easily. If you don't…
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Leadership Thought #217 – Be Yourself But Be Smart About It
There are few things more unappealing than someone trying to be something they are not. If your actions…
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Leadership Thought #216 – 12 Keys To A Successful Life
Few of us achieve sustained and lasting success. Instead, we bounce up and down (sometimes sideways) in search…
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Leadership Thought #215 – Leadership and Life Is About Reinvention
Leadership and life are about reinvention. Who you are today will not be who you become tomorrow. There…
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Leadership Thought #214 – Communication Is An Interpersonal Activity, Especially When It Comes To Conflict
While email and text messaging are effective communication tools, they are often inadequate vehicles for resolving conflict. Sadly, they…
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Leadership Thought #211 – The End Of One Thing is Just The Beginning Of Something Else
Everything in your life will inevitably come to an end at some point. Sometimes, it is our choice;…
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Leadership Thought #210 – What Are Your Outlets in Life?
In the hustle and bustle of everyday living, it's important to have things you do just for yourself.…
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Leadership Thought #207 – Bad Things Do Happen
Bad things do happen in life. Sometimes they test our emotional and physical fortitude but we have to…
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Leadership Thought #205 – The Importance of New Beginnings
I've always been drawn to the idea of new beginnings. My mom used to say that every person…
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Leadership Thought #203 – The Grass Isn’t Always Greener…
There are few worse emotions in life than remorse and regret. Chasing rainbows is a fool’s errand, but…
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Leadership Thought #200 – Pay Attention To What’s Hindering Your Sleep
I’ve always believed that an inability to sleep well is your body trying to tell you something. It…
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Leadership Thought #196 – Courage Always Beats The Alternative
Most people spend too much time succumbing to their fears. They consistently talk themselves out of things because…
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Daily Leadership Thought #195 – Take Responsibility For Your Own Success
Unless you win the lottery or are born into it, wealth doesn't just land in your lap. Passively…
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Daily Leadership Thought #194 – Children Are a Source of Growth and Inspiration
I've always believed that children are a gift from God or whatever higher power you choose to believe…
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Daily Leadership Thought #193 – Emotional Control Is Not Optional
Nothing is more distasteful to employees than a boss who has no emotional control over their own emotions.…
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Daily Leadership Thought #192 – You Should Enjoy Your Work
Far too many people do not like their work. I have heard estimates as high as 90%. Anecdotally,…
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Daily Leadership Thought #191 – Knowledge Without Action Is Just The Passage Of Time
The next time you engage in a training opportunity, I encourage you to walk away with 2-3 tangible…
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Daily Leadership Thought #190 – Be The Change You Want To See…
When you look to others to solve your problems and make you happy, you are already at a…
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