Mastering the Simplicity of Perspective
Fear is an emotion triggered by the real or perceived threat of danger. Subject to more judgement than other universal emotions such as happiness, anger, disgust, and surprise, it is perhaps the most relatable. Fear exists to ensure we avoid harm, which makes it incredibly helpful when we need it most. This penchant to protect … Continue reading Facing Fear First Step To Easing Anxiety Over Uncertain Future
Leadership is organic. It is a living, breathing, carbon-based complex process. Like all living things, true leadership possesses an incredible, inherent strength, in balance with a delicate, almost fragile sense of vulnerability. Grassroots at its best, it must be nurtured to bear fruit. Leadership is also the innate ability to make others feel as you … Continue reading Three Words Reveal An Undeniable Truth: Leadership Is Organic
“God, I love baseball,” mutters Roy Hobbs from his hospital bed at Tower Maternity. “I’m right there with you, Roy,” I respond, choking back sobs as we share in this tender moment. It’s an emotional scene toward the climactic ending of the film ‘The Natural’, with Robert Redford starring as the title character. My role … Continue reading Three Lessons That Move Your Leadership From Good to Great
Quotes. It’s a crowded landscape these days. Once relegated to desktop calendars and inspirational posters tacked to the breakroom wall, quotes now pepper our every waking moment with reflective insight and omni-directional intent. People flock to social media like they’re running to the medicine cabinet, hoping for some intellectual, emotional, or spiritual stimulation to help … Continue reading The Only Three Quotes You Need To Become A Better Leader and Coach
“Tall Tim, my team has no energy, no life." "No one’s smiling. There’s no sense of urgency. I mean, people who were willing to do something extra now just stay in their circle. Even worse, our Customer Scores are way down. What happened? " "We need a Team Building activity or some sort of Bootcamp. … Continue reading Service Secret #11: Viva la Vital Behaviors
Five O’clock PM. The mystical sixth hour within the Post Meridian time convention, the coveted end of the workday, when sanity hinges on the prospect of something tall and strong, proper judgement giving way to subliminal ponderings such as “What would Jimmy Buffett do?” Many an urban legend has been forged through this premature abandonment … Continue reading Service Secret #7: It’s Five O’clock Somewhere Else
I was in Cleveland, Ohio, facilitating a leadership program at the beautiful Renaissance Cleveland Hotel. Although late October, the temperature outside was already lower than the numeric date on the calendar. One step into the frigid air, and I quickly decided that room service and a movie would be my entertainment for the evening. Perusing … Continue reading Your Passion Is All Around You, All You Have To Do Is Listen