Are You Productive or Just Busy?
I’ve just begun reading a new book called “Slow Productivity” by Cal Newport. I’ve enjoyed his previous books “Deep Work” and “Digital Minimalism” which have caused me to think a lot about doing what matters most and fighting against our very distracted digital age. His latest book challenges our society’s obsession with “productivity” and defines […]
What’s Your Legacy?
Last week I received news that my beloved babysitter from my childhood passed away at 93 years old. “Miss Pat” was a faithful subscriber to my weekly emails and would occasionally reply to me and tell me how things were going in her world. It was always great to hear from her as she played […]
How’s Your Vision?
When kids are growing up, it’s common to ask them what they want to be someday? Their answers are often amazing. They don’t put a limit on their dreams and worry about what’s “realistic.” Instead, they think of what they’d love to do without limitation. Unfortunately, we grow out of this childlike wonder as we […]
To Succeed Later, You Must Prepare NOW
We’re easily enamored in our culture with those who rise to the top of their fields and win championships. But we rarely consider what it took to achieve those great feats. The reality is that “overnight success” often takes years (sometimes decades) of struggle to get there. No one likes to hear that when they’re […]
3 Non-Negotiable Actions for Leaders Worth Following
Magnetic Leaders are desperately needed today. Our world is a mess. Here are 3 essential actions you must take daily: 1 – Remain teachable. You’ll never know everything, so don’t pretend you do. Keep learning and growing. 2 – Serve purposefully. Servant leadership isn’t just a buzzphrase, it’s a way of life. Serve those you […]
Move Forward Even When People Exit Your Journey
“Beware the ides of March” (March 15) was a warning given to Julius Caesar by a fortune-teller. He didn’t heed the warning and lost his life because of it. He was betrayed by his closest followers, even a close friend. Sometimes this happens to leaders and is extremely discouraging. Everyone won’t complete the entire journey […]
How to Attract Success in 2017
“Confusion repels; clarity attracts.” – Kary Oberbrunner Do you want to have a successful year? Seems like a silly question, right? Do you know how to make 2017 more successful than 2016? That might be a more challenging question. At the beginning of each new year, there seems to be fresh hope and excitement for […]