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 sixth question: Is this what I […]

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 […]

“Hard jobs are made easier with support.” Your job is hard.  I know it.  I see it. We emphasize our culture because it builds in support. We ask you to become engaged with your team.  If you see your colleagues as teammates, you will be more likely to lend a hand, offer advice, teach the […]

“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 […]