Put the 80/20 Rule to Work for You!
Are you familiar with the Pareto Principle (aka 80/20 Rule) that says 80% of your results come from 20% of your work? This is an often overlooked and under-implemented practice. We often stay busy without thoughtfully evaluating what is giving us the most results. This can lead to burnout and frustration in all areas of our […]
This one quality is required for any kind of success…and it’s available to ALL of us!
I’ve recently begun studying through “Think & Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill with several of my fellow John Maxwell Team colleagues. We’re being led through this study by the President of the JMT, Paul Martinelli, who has taught this material thousands of times around the world and his book is literally held together by a binder clip! […]
One is Too Small of a Number to Be Great!
I’ve been thinking about what it takes to experience true success. One thing that jumped out at me is this – ONE is too small of a number to be truly successful and lead a life of significance. To do anything of lasting value, it takes a TEAM! You weren’t meant to do life and business alone. We’re better TOGETHER! […]
Is Your Video Matching Your Audio?
I want to challenge you to think about something today that can make or break your influence… Are your WORDS and ACTIONS lining up? John Maxwell said in Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 that “Leadership confusion occurs when your words and your walk do not match.” As you go about your day, pay attention to the […]
Here’s a Secret to Achieving Greater Results in Your Life & Work
Over the past 2 1/2 years, I have been growing exponentially – personally and professionally. My world has opened up to wise people and resources that I never knew existed. As I’ve been on this growth journey, I’ve often found myself overwhelmed with what or who I should engage with and how to fit it all into […]
How to Lead with Gratitude
We are coming off of another Thanksgiving week. Each November it is common to see many people posting on social media about what they’re thankful for. It’s great to see, but it also makes me wonder how grateful we are the rest of the year. As leaders, we need to make a habit of leading […]
10 Characteristics Required to Grow in Influence
“The true measure of leadership is influence; nothing more, nothing less.” – John C. Maxwell. Our world is in desperate need of influential, credible leaders today. Watch this brief training on how to grow in influence and make a greater impact on the world around you.
Do You Work With Purpose?
It’s Labor Day morning as I write this. I’m enjoying the cool morning and looking forward to a day with my family with no agenda. As I was recently reflecting on Labor Day, I thought of you. I began wondering if you are living to your full potential and if you’re working with purpose each […]
Small Living Robs Others of What You Have to Offer
Nelson Mandela said, “There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” Have you ever considered how “playing small” may actually rob others of a better life experience that they desire? Think about it. You and I are […]
Breakthroughs Come From Pushing Through Challenges
Have you ever noticed how most people come against a challenge and determine in an instant that because it’s not easy it must not be something they should pursue? Have you ever felt this way? I have. A lesson I’ve been learning is this – in order to achieve the dreams and goals that I […]