“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 […]

Dr. David Murray wrote a blog on what he learned from failure and the positives that were accomplished as a result. I want to share some of his insights: Failure humbles. It just does. Sometimes it exposes overconfidence. Sometimes it exposes a lack of preparation. It uncovers arrogance. It teaches you that you don’t do […]

A “lean” parable: I go to airports a lot. Some folks like to get to the airport early.  I don’t. My goal is to get there as early as necessary.  No sooner.  I think it’s “lean” not to spend extra time in airports. I’ve gotten my routine down.  It works well for me.  I have […]

Dr. Henry Cloud is a writer and speaker I admire.  I recently found this list of attributes that he says are apparent in people living meaningful lives. Gratitude: People who actively develop an attitude of gratitude and express gratitude regularly are happier people. Positive Thinking:  People who guard their thinking and whose thinking is rooted […]