“Knowing where you stand” is an important element in assuring a satisfactory business relationship. Hopefully, you are clear about your status and how you perform, but my experience is that we are never 100% accurate. Some effort to gain more insight always helps. In my capacity as a human resources operative, I often talked with […]

I found a quote from Elinor Smith, a pioneering American aviator, that felt familiar. Born in New York in 1911, Smith was the youngest licensed pilot in the U.S. by 16, and, at 19, she was voted “Best Woman Pilot in America” thanks to numerous death-defying and record-breaking flights.   View this post on Instagram […]

“Mindfulness” or being “mindful” is an adjective that is being applied to people these days. Being “mindful” is often associated with being thoughtful before you act, intentional about your actions, and full of purpose as you act. John Baldoni, who wrote a leadership book entitled “Moxie,” had a unique take on the topic. He says […]

I heard an interview with Hall of Fame coach Mike Krzyzewski that resonated with me.  “I love leadership.”  He offered his reasoning.  “It’s dynamic. Always changing. Because it involves people, who are always changing. It’s new and fresh every day.” “I can always get better as a leader. There’s no way to be a perfect […]