More and more often I find that a centerpiece of leadership training we design for Clients has trust – understanding it and understanding how to build it – as an important component. In thinking about trust this week I was reminded of a great quotation from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Our distrust is very expensive.” I love […]
The Good Old Days?
Normally here, I share one quotation with you followed by questions, action steps and my thoughts. Today, something a bit different. I’ve recently read two ideas about “the good old days,” and rather than picking one, I’m sharing them both. I believe this will give you more to think about and reflect on, as you […]
The Biology of Success
Today’s quotation seems especially appropriate for spring. I hope it inspires and challenges you as much as it does me. Questions to Ponder – What am I thinking about? – Am I putting words to my plans? – Am I willing to act on those plans to create the results I want? Action Steps 1. […]
It’s Time to Live!
Emerson is one of the most quoted guys around, and this one is one of my favorites. Consider this a gentle nudge or a kick in the seat of the pants, depending on how you answer the questions that follow. “We are always getting ready to live, but never living.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, essayist […]
Sprinkle Joy
I’ve read a lot of Ralph Waldo Emerson over time, but never, that I can recall, had I read this, until yesterday. “Sprinkle joy.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson Questions to Ponder When do I sprinkle joy? Where do I sprinkle joy? How can I sprinkle more of it? Action Steps Find ways to bring more joy to […]