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Are you allowing excuses to sabotage your dreams and aspirations?
I have always heard that excuses are monuments of nothing. And I agree to a certain extent, but I also believe that excuses are a representation of something. Excuses are dream killers. One of the easiest ways to sabotage your success is by justifying why you can’t or why you won’t.
Read MoreIf every person or organization had one need, it would be encouragement. Encouragement supports, inspires, and lifts others up. It is a gift that keeps on giving.
Read MoreEven when they feel they have something to lose good leaders tell the truth. Telling the truth is the mark of a leader’s character.
Read MoreDo you embrace change?
Some people have the natural ability to change like a chameleon in any given situation. These people learn and master skills to be successful in diverse conditions.
Read MoreWhy do we choose to be critics rather than cheerleaders?
As leaders, we have power beyond our imagination with our teams just as parents have over their children. Just remember, you as a leader must show up to support and motivate even if no one else does.
The success of a leader lies in our ability to be a cheerleader versus a critic. Here are 3 ways to be a cheerleader, which will give you and your team the best opportunity to be successful.
Read MoreSurely you’ve had the experience of never wanting an event to end. But as you well know, all good things must come to an end.
The 2016-year is over. The holidays are over. Don’t waste your time complaining about it all being over, but be happy that it all happened. Be happy you were able to spend time with your family, friends, and coworkers. These holidays afford us the opportunity to rekindle and strengthen many relationships in our lives.
Read MoreMost businesses are concerned with keeping customers and attracting new ones. How important are these two things and is it just important to companies looking to thrive in the marketplace?
Not only will their strategies help your business, but it will also help those looking to brand and market themselves individually. We all have a brand, but the question is do you know how you have branded yourself and is it time for a rebranding?
Read MoreDo you know how powerful your words are? Are you aware of the people you affecting with your direct and indirect communication skills?
Read MoreIs there one gift capable of positively impacting your life? Better yet, can name a gift you have received that has added exceptional value to your life?
It is the thought that counts when it comes to gifting and receiving gifts. But we all have received gifts that add much to our life. Please know that a price tag doesn’t always correlate to the value the gift will add to your life. Some of the greatest gifts I have received have been of nominal monetary value.
Read MoreDo you know what you need to make your life successful?
There are many things we believe we need, but they aren’t necessities to our success. In the upcoming year, I don’t want you to be caught without the necessary tools and resources to make your New Year a success.
Read MoreEvery achievement that has ever been accomplished by a person all started first in the mind. It holds true whether the achievement started with you or if you are supporting someone else’s vision. It all starts with belief or visualization in your mind.
Read MoreFor most of us this season of greetings started right before or after the Thanksgiving Holiday. A maximum number of people are ecstatic to celebrate, relax and observe a season of giving. There appears to be an increase attitude of cheer in the workplace. This is still a time to be productive. Hopefully, these tips will help you to implement a gentle plan of action to enjoy this most wonderful time of the year.
Read MoreWhat are you pursuing in life? Are you happy with the direction of your leadership? Are you getting what you want out of life?
Read MoreIt is such a wonderful time to be alive and have the ability to help and serve others. Have you ever thought about the legacy you are leaving behind? If you died tomorrow, what would be said about you? Would people say a kind word about you? Would people say you served? Would people say that you gave of your time? Would people say you were dependable and could count on you? Or would people say that you were all about you? How will you leave this Earth?
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again. Resolutions are being made in anticipation for the New Year. Many are all amazed about how fast the current year is coming to an end, but others are excited about the various opportunities the brand New Year will bring.
How do you feel about starting a new year?
Read MoreTransitions are part of life. From the fall of year with the changes of the seasons to the aging process as some us mature into our golden years to the new president elect transitioning into one of the most powerful positions in our nation, we all will experience transitions.
What transitions are you experiencing?
Read MoreAs a leader, you probably wouldn’t take it well if someone called you “boring.”
Boring just isn’t a fun word. Many people believe boring is being lame. No matter how you draw it up, boring is viewed as just plain unexciting.
In our world today, we are use to drama and excitement in our relationships, television shows, movies, churches, and politics. We all have been in some form of a relationship where someone magnifies or exaggerates everything. If you haven’t been in a relationship like that, you may know someone that acts this way. If drama surrounds you, be honest with yourself — you may be the constant. Are you creating the drama? Are you seeking attention and excitement? Maybe you are trying to avoid being boring. But boring is the key to being an effective leader.
Read MoreEverything in our world is performance and results driven. Leadership is no different. You will find yourself on the outside looking in if you are unable to perform or produce the right results when it comes to your leadership.
How are you performing as a leader? Are you getting your desired results?
Read MoreEveryday you can be sure that you will experience change. Nothing in life stays the same.
Read MoreIs there danger in saying, “I’m sorry”?
Many people see it as a sign of weakness and refuse to say “I’m sorry” to anyone for anything.
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