As you become a clearer and more vibrant thinker, you become a more effective leader (and human being). To become that clear and vibrant thinker, we must go to the source – our inputs. Set aside the thinking process for a minute. Let’s explore how and why inputs for thinking are critically important – and

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Failure. This isn’t a word that is super inspiring or brings joy to our hearts and minds. Yet it is something we need to think about as a leader and individual. To think about failure in a more effective and helpful way (and perhaps stop avoiding it), let’s realize that there are two kinds of failure.The

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Imagine you’re driving. There’s always that area which your mirrors can’t capture – the blind spot. Just because we can’t see it, doesn’t mean it’s not there, posing potential risks. This analogy perfectly mirrors life and leadership. We all have blind spots – aspects of our personality or habits that are invisible to us but

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When I walk through airports, I see people carrying massive backpacks. I often wonder what they are carrying and if they need it all. I wonder how much weight they are carrying and how healthy it is for their bodies. After all, just because the bag will hold it, doesn’t mean it is needed. Then

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There are plenty of style questions that get asked of leaders – often stated as a dichotomy. Here is one for you – are you results-based or process-based? Perhaps this isn’t one you have thought about, yet I would suggest you should. Let’s talk about the question – and what the best answer might be.Results-Based

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What’s love got to do with it? Before you start humming Tina Turner, I’m not talking about romantic love. We’re exploring how passion, caring, and meaning – the very essence of love – play a pivotal role in our professional lives. So, what does love have to do with work? The answer is simple yet profound:

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If you missed it, there is a big football game this weekend. I’ve learned there are three types of people in the world. People who can’t wait for the Big Game, those who can’t wait for it to be over (no more football for a while!), and those who just don’t care. This article is

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Imagine you have a key – a key that can unlock doors to uncharted opportunities and paths to your desired destinations. This isn’t a fanciful idea; it’s a reality. The key, quite simply, is your ability to think. In our fast-paced world, we often forget to pause and reflect. We hustle from one task to the

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You’ve had this moment. The moment when you know you need to make a change. When your need meets your willingness to change. I call this the coaching moment. When we are most open to advice, counsel, and guidance – and ready to try something new or different. Being a great coach takes more than skills

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One of the most important parts of a leader’s role is to coach those they lead. While few would disagree with that statement, many aren’t doing as much coaching as they should. That fact itself should concern organizations. But it isn’t the only problem. Do you (and your leaders) know if you are coaching the

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