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Creating a Culture of Appreciation – Lessons from the Baseball Field

According to researchers, one of the most critical factors for a fully engaged workforce is how understood and appreciated employees feel. Yet, many hold back from expressing appreciation at work because it can sometimes feel β€œfake.” This insight made me think of baseball. Growing up, I played mostly first base and did some pitching. One […]

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Geno Auriemma’s Winning Formula – Talent, Selflessness, and Teamwork

Geno Auriemma, a Hall of Fame coach at UConn, shared his philosophy on what makes a great player. In a recent clip, he described the qualities he looks for in his team: Talented – Auriemma’s program consistently attracts top players. People expect UConn to recruit All-Americans, and they do. But talent alone isn’t enough. Unselfish – While […]

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The Power of Doing – A Lesson from Andy Stanley

β€œIt’s doing, not hoping, that makes a difference. It’s doing, not wishing, that makes a difference. It’s doing, not planning, that makes a difference. It’s doing, not knowing, that makes a difference.” Andy Stanley shared this lesson about what to do when life isn’t what you want it to be. His focus? β€œDoing.” It was […]

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The Power of Trust – A Lesson from Kevin Plank

β€œTrust is built in drops and lost in buckets.” – Kevin Plank, founder of Under Armour. Being trusted is one of the greatest virtues. Trust opens lines of communication. When you can share important or difficult thoughts, knowing they’ll be received in the best possible spirit, more gets said, and more is learned. Trust allows […]

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