Jocko Willink, a former Navy Seal who speaks and writes about leadership and discipline, asserts you will grow if you ask yourself seven questions every day and then act accordingly, based on your answers. I will spend the next few days reviewing each question one at a time. Here’s the seventh and final question: Is this […]

There are a lot of studies on “happiness” these days. In one study, people are emailed and must stop immediately and answer questions about their mental state. The study is developing a database on mindset. One of the areas of study is concentration. Turns out that the more you focus on the task or effort […]

Confidence is the last factor of the development model we have previously discussed. A good team or organization will create confident stakeholders. Teammates are confident when they feel connected and cared about. They will develop growing competencies through their participation in the enterprise and build trust, as we all conduct life with high character.  We are delighted to add new, talented people […]

If you have children or grandchildren who participate in sports or other performances, I saw a sign recently that might be enlightening. It said: Your child’s success or lack of success in sports does not give an indication of what kind of parent you are. But having an athlete who is coachable, respectful, a great […]