Have you ever stopped to really look at a spider web? If you aren’t afraid of spiders, the next time you have a chance, stop and look at a spider web. What you will find is an intricately designed work of art and engineering marvel. Every part of the web is connected to every other […]
Measure Carefully
Today, a metaphorical quotation packing a powerful punch. “The only man who behaves sensibly is my tailor; he takes my measure anew each time he sees me, while all the rest go on with their old measurements and expect them to fit me.” – George Bernard Shaw, Irish playwright, Nobel laureate Questions to Ponder What old beliefs […]
Seven Ways The Best Leaders Set an Example By Going First
To lead someone or something means, literally, to be in front, so that others can see and follow in that direction. Stated another way, if you think you are leading, but no one is following, you are just taking a walk. In yet other words, leaders are leaders because of what they do, not because […]
Leadership Advice from Van Morrison
Van Morrison is a legend in the music business as a singer and songwriter. If you are of a certain age, I’m guessing your are humming “Moondance” simply because I mentioned his name. I read this Van Morrison quote via DanielKFoisy on Twitter and it really stuck with me: “Meet them halfway with love, peace, […]
Been Promoted? Five Key Conversations to Have With Your New Boss
If you’ve just been promoted, this is obviously for you. If you have been in your role for awhile, but your relationship and communication with your boss/supervisor/leader isn’t perfect, this will be of great help to you too. If you lead others and your relationships and communication with those you lead isn’t where you would […]