“A bad day for the ego is a great day for the soul.” – Michael Beckwith I was telling a story about a blown leadership assignment. I was elected to a great position. I accepted the position while the organization was experiencing record success. Rather than plan ways to help the organization grow, I took […]

I consider myself an “encourager,” but a recent experience expanded my definition. Previously, to “encourage” meant to be positive. To offer praise. To be an agent of hope. I offered encouragement when I saw good effort or progress. I want my teammates and family to like having me around because of my optimistic attitude. But […]

“Focus on building a track record of success, and people will keep betting on you.” I was reading an article by Adam Bryant, a columnist from the New York Times.  For 10 years, he’s written a weekly column where he interviews a CEO and describes what he learns.  He is wrapping up this series and is moving […]

“People don’t bloom where they are planted.  They bloom where they are loved.” – Bob Goff Some folks think “love” isn’t an appropriate word for the workplace.  Love is personal.  Love is private. Reserved for families and close friends.  I get it.  It would be weird to go around saying “I love you” to acquaintances at […]