The War for Talent is not just a contrived theory, it is reality. Despite what our politicians may be saying, there are many good jobs out there at all levels of skill, talent,
Most leaders have an uneven record of accomplishment when it comes to ensuring employee success. The wonderful thing about my job is that I can find inspiration everywhere, from all walks of life
I am in and out of many businesses and the one characteristic all high performing organizations have is good people. You can feel it in the atmosphere. There is a certain way the
When I used to work for Gallup many years ago they had a great saying, “you can’t put in what God left out.” Many of us spend far too much effort trying to
One of the interesting things I find with high performing people is that they are usually harder on themselves than anyone else could be. Sure there are some exceptions – leaders who just
Leadership is about people. The best leaders intuitively understand this reality and surround themselves with the best people possible. You can only ever accomplish so much alone. Achieving anything of significance usually requires
Focus on what you do well and then delegate everything else you possibly can. Many leaders spend far too much time on things they aren’t good at. Leadership is about effectively growing, leveraging
It always bothers me when someone complains about another person’s good fortune by saying they were just lucky. Sure some people get lucky but pure luck is much rarer than you think. Very
You need more than talent to succeed as a leader. You will have lead when it’s hard not just when it’s easy. Your mettle will be tested. You will be under a constant
I can’t imagine what it was like growing up in the musical shadow of Bob Dylan. And, then to have the courage to follow in his footsteps and carve out your own successful
Strategy has shaped history, and now it’s shaping the future. From the conquests of Alexander the Great to the complexities of modern cyber warfare, The New Makers of Modern Strategy explores how strategic thinking has evolved over centuries. Edited by Hal Brands, this groundbreaking volume brings together insights from history’s greatest military minds and applies […]
Read moreDiscover practical strategies to enhance your cognitive abilities with The Rules of Thinking: A Personal Code to Think Yourself Smarter, Wiser and Happier by Richard Templar. This guide offers insights into making wiser decisions, boosting creativity, and fostering a healthier mindset. Whether you're aiming to improve problem-solving skills or cultivate positive thought patterns, this book provides actionable advice to elevate your thinking processes.
Read moreThe Life Design Workbook is a comprehensive guide that empowers you to take control of your life by making intentional choices that reflect your true values and aspirations. Written by Peggy Vaughan and James Vaughan, Ph.D., this workbook serves as a transformative tool for self-discovery, personal growth, and purposeful living. Through a structured approach, the workbook […]
Read moreSuccess in entrepreneurship isn’t just about having a great idea—it’s about having the right mindset, strategy, and team to bring it to life. But what truly sets thriving entrepreneurs apart from the rest? In this Entrepreneur article, discover the essential factors that drive long-term success, including: ✅ The entrepreneurial mindset that fuels resilience and adaptability✅ […]
Read moreChange is inevitable, but leading it effectively can mean the difference between success and failure. In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations that adapt and evolve thrive, while those that resist change risk stagnation. But what are the most effective approaches to leading transformation? In this insightful Harvard Business Review article, explore research-backed strategies that have […]
Read moreUnderstanding how your employees truly feel is crucial for building a thriving workplace. In this insightful Harvard Business Review article, discover six powerful questions that go beyond surface-level check-ins to uncover real employee sentiment. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or team leader, these strategies will help you foster deeper engagement, enhance well-being, and create […]
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View moreMeta describes Llama as a family of large language models (LLMs) designed to advance artificial intelligence research and applications. These models, ranging from 7 billion to 70 billion parameters, are trained on vast datasets to understand and generate human-like text. Llama models are open-source, allowing researchers and developers to access and build upon them, fostering […]
View moreIn the TEDxOxford talk “Why You Feel What You Feel,” Dr. Alan Watkins, founder of Complete Coherence, delves into the significance of understanding and managing our emotions. He introduces the concept of “vertical development,” emphasizing that by gaining control over our emotional responses, we can achieve greater success and happiness. Dr. Watkins also explores how […]
From the very beginning, Jeff Bezos knew that building Amazon into a world-changing company would require more than just great products—it would take a culture of relentless innovation, long-term thinking, and an obsession with customers. That’s why he established the Amazon Leadership Principles, a set of guiding values that drive every decision, from the boardroom […]
Acclaimed American historian DORIS KEARNS GOODWIN on judging presidential leadership today versus national leaders of the past, President Obama’s fixation on Abraham Lincoln, the role of the media in toxic politics, and parallels between the deep divisions of today and the era of Teddy Roosevelt a century ago. This exclusive video dives deep into the […]
I wanted to do something different with this blog. I am a huge fan of the literary works of Ralph Waldo Emerson and was recently revisiting and discussing his essay on friendship as part of a class I am teaching. I’ve always believed that a life is defined by the quality of one’s relationships. We […]
Read morePart 1: Chapter 1 Over the course of our lives, we make millions of decisions that are essentially bets, some large and some small. It pays to think about how we make them because they are what ultimately determines the quality of our lives… We are all born with different thinking abilities, but we aren’t […]
Read moreChapter 1 – It All Starts With A Sense of Urgency …Go check, then you find people running, and they are stressed out. But this man (leader), and almost everyone else around him, is mistaking the enormous amount of activity as a sign of a real sense of urgency. It’s not. It’s just frenetic activity, […]
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