In today’s continuously evolving world, we are in a constant phase of change. It means that the business model thriving today may become outdated within a decade or possibly even sooner. An excellent example of this is brick-and-mortar stores. It was a preferred shopping method; however, Covid-19 has reshaped many aspects of our lives. The… […]
It’s my son Brandon’s 40th birthday, and CeCe and I are heading to Las Vegas with him and his wife Margie to celebrate. We have tickets to see Garth Brooks and James Taylor and some excellent dining experiences lined up. Shortly after takeoff, the pilot announces that we should remain in our seats, seat belts […]
Do you have one of those hard-to-work-for bad bosses? OK, that’s too kind. Is your boss a jerk? Do you sometimes want to pull your hair out? Or even throw things after a talk with Mr./Mrs. Wonderful? Bad bosses almost always lack emotional intelligence. They play favorites, gossip, and have private agendas not always in […]
After reading an article from Gino Wickman where he reflected on his mentors, I was immediately sent down memory lane looking back on mine. If you’ve followed my blog or paodcast for long, you likely have heard me tell the story of lifelong mentorship. Being raised the only child of a hard working single Mom, […]
According to Joe Haslam, a professor at IE Business School, ‘Entrepreneurship is a way of life that you learn by doing.’ The fact is that becoming a successful entrepreneur doesn’t come naturally, and it doesn’t come easy either. Entrepreneurs who start their businesses are armed only with bright ideas, innovation, and buckets full of passion…. […]
“Don’t communicate to be understood; rather, communicate so as not to be misunderstood” said Dr. John Lund, a well-known author and researcher in the field of human relationships – specifically in the area of communication. This subtle distinction is incredibly important, because it puts the responsibility of understanding on the shoulders of the communicator, not… […]
Leadership is often described as the art of influencing others to achieve a common goal. Leaders are expected to have great vision, superb communication skills, and impeccable execution abilities. However, even the greatest leaders find themselves under the authority of someone else. So, what happens when a leader is given an order that conflicts with […]
Unleash Your Leadership Superpower You’ve been told that to become a more effective leader, you need to take certain actions. But despite your efforts, you’re not seeing the desired results. The pain of striving for success, only to fall short, can be overwhelming. It’s time to break free from ineffective approaches and discover a new […]
Humble leadership isn’t a new concept, but it’s never been more vital than in today’s workplace. Learn the benefits & gain strategies to practice humility. The post Why Humble Leadership Is More Important Than Ever Before appeared first on Authentic Leadership International.
We have just taken the redeye back home from Vegas so we can be home a day sooner than we had planned. Unfortunately, CeCe’s mom, Happy, had a stroke while we were gone and is in the hospital. We drive straight from the airport to the hospital so we can be there when the neurologist […]
