Leaders inspire accomplishment. But not all leaders inspire equally; whichever one you are depends on how you engage people. Let’s start with Simon Sinek. Sinek observes that some leaders inspire action while others do not. He illustrates his point with the golden circle, that moves us through three concentric circles from what, to how, and finally to why people act.
Who Needs a Crystal Ball…
Ask 100 economists for their view on where the economy is headed and you may get 100 different answers—everything from pending disaster to all-time highs.
The #1 success killer
There are lots of ways to avoid success, but the most sure-fire way is procrastination. Procrastination is the habit of putting off important, challenging tasks by killing time with less stressful activities:
No is your most productive word
I was listening as my friend debated with herself on whether or not to accept the position of committee chair. She is a busy woman, juggling the demands of a career and young children. She leads a Girl Scout troop; chaperones school field trips and heads up the library committee.
Get off your keister!
Happy New Year! I bet you’ve been told that dozens of times. You’ve probably also been asked if you had a nice holiday the same number of times. How come no one ever asks
The Most Important Question You Can Ask Yourself
Once upon a time we were our past selves. The decisions we made are reflected in our lives today. As the new year approaches, you may be thinking about making resolutions and setting goals.
The Best Presence
In 1998, a friend and I took an amazing trip to China. One of the most fascinating moments was when we walked out of the airport terminal and saw all the people on cell phones. Cell phones were just taking off in the United States. I don’t think any of us realized just how much they would invade our lives.
Boldness, audacity, chutzpah, sisu
No matter what you call it, it implies a person willing to take risks, try the untried, improve on the unproven. Bold people are open to new ideas, willing to try new things and imagine possibilities. Chutzpah is the quality of audacity, for good or for bad. The Yiddish word has been “Americanized” to describe courage, determination and passion in
Differentiate: Find Your Secret Sauce
When I owned a machine shop, it was a challenge to market the company. There were thousands of small job shops just like mine in Minnesota; to “differentiate” the company was difficult. Buyers knew shops had different capabilities. They machined round parts or square; aluminum or steel; big parts or small. Some shops specialized in government contracts, while others preferred
I am Thankful for…
Today is Thanksgiving; a day to count your blessings and be grateful for: 1. A roof over your head 2. A family that loves you