3 Keys to Getting What You Want

3 Keys to Getting What You Want

“Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.” – Abraham Lincoln This Lincoln quote speaks to the importance of taking initiative. My dad said it another way; he said, “You cannot hit if you do not swing”! However, this is the...
Surround Yourself With Positive, Godly People

Surround Yourself With Positive, Godly People

One of the greatest powers you have been given is the power of choice. Look around. Who are your friends and those with whom you spend a great deal of time? If they are not sources of inspiration and encouragement, it may be time to seek some new, positive friends. Do...
Learning from the Greatness of Others

Learning from the Greatness of Others

My library is full of some of the best leadership books ever written. I have read books by many leadership thinkers and gurus, like Peter F. Drucker, Ken Blanchard, Warren Bennis, Stephen Covey, Dale Carnegie, James M. Kouzes, Barry Z. Posner, Max De Pree, John P....
Success versus Significance

Success versus Significance

Just as busyness does not equal productivity, activity does not equal accomplishment, and success does not necessarily equal significance. However, productive people are often busy, accomplishments require activity, and significance is not possible without some degree...
Perspective Determines your Level of Leadership Success

Perspective Determines your Level of Leadership Success

The definition of perspective is: “A mental view or outlook; a way of regarding situations or topics; the ability to perceive things in their actual interrelations or comparative importance.” How does perspective relate to your leadership effectiveness? How you VIEW...
Grow Daily

Grow Daily

Alignment with mentors, coaches, instructors, challenging relationships, and loving relationships are important to your growth and success. I have mentors and coaches who speak into my life daily. Most of these are what I call “mentors from a distance.” I...