And we desire that each one of you take the time to receive what is meant to be yours so you can give to others what is to be theirs.

And we desire that each one of you take the time to receive what is meant to be yours so you can give to others what is to be theirs.

So “Why,” you may ask, “Should I work to receive what is mine so I can give to others?” Well… as we realize that our cultivating our innate talents and abilities (i.e., refining our excellence) is not solely about us, we begin moving towards the answer. To be clear, nobody’s excellence zone is more important than anyone else’s. If you question this, try measuring any executive team’s productivity after two days of a custodian strike when the restroom toilets are backed up. From the most junior to the most senior of positions, we each…

When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get to Leading Thyself

When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get to Leading Thyself

Never let it be said that we failed to embrace love, life’s passion, or an opportunity to execute excellence as we were holding in our hands the power to be a charismatic leader of one.

Hmm, O.K. but how do we become so skilled at leading ourselves that others should consider us worthy of being entrusted with their most precious resources…

Want to Become a Leader? Clarify Your Voice.

Want to Become a Leader? Clarify Your Voice.

Over the years I’ve written about common barriers to success in the workplace and how to overcome them. Today I’d like to discuss various commitments of leadership. Yes, that’s right, choosing to lead is a commitment not to be entered into by the faint of heart. Because of this, it is imperative to have a clear purpose and the willingness to constantly evaluate it…