The healthy leader is a productive and effective leader. Being healthy promotes energy, strength, and endurance. Shifting your focus on making healthy habits can tremendously benefit your life and leadership. The sad reality is too many leaders forsake healthy habits. The reasons for not creating healthy habits can be convincing. Five reasons include: There is […]
At the start of the New Year my good friend, author, and business owner Paul Sohn invited me to join a local mastermind group. We went through John C. Maxell’s book, The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Live Them and Reach Your Potential. For several months we read 2 chapters each week on our own […]
Think back on when you first became a leader. How was your passion level for the leadership position? If you were like me, I’m sure your passion for your new role showed brightly through to everyone around you. Now look and see how your passion is today. Do you still have the same fire and […]
There is one thing you can do that will increase your effectiveness and leadership capacity. It’s something everyone can and should consistently do. The one thing is to add value to other people. Adding value simply means you are intentional about serving and using your authority in a positive way. I’ve found people won’t respect […]
“A skilled worker, regardless of the job description, remains a treasure.” ~Madeleine M. Kunin
The competence level of a leader determines how successful they will be in their leadership position. Competence means, “Having the necessary abilities, knowledge, and skill to do something successfully.” One who is highly competent can produce tremendous results. Competence allows a leader to effectively execute their roles and to function effectively in their core areas […]
This is a guest post by Garrett Penn. Garrett is a freelance writer with a passion for all things business. His goal is to help other business men and women succeed in the workplace. Feel free to follow him on twitter. A lot of people want to be a leader. However, there are several problems. Possessing […]
Legendary coach John Wooden said, “Make each day your masterpiece.” There is one powerful practice you can begin doing in the morning that will position you for having a productive and successful day. Before anything else you should ask yourself a set of questions. These questions will prepare you for and position to make the […]
There are two undeniable truths about work. The first is you spend a lot of time each year working and the second is that your work has a direct correlation to your livelihood. These two truths are a reality for almost everyone. Since this is the case, why not take the initiative to become successful […]
This is a guest article by Zach Yentzer. Zach is the author of Creative – Designing Churches that Engage Generations Together, which just released and you can pick up a copy here. He also curates an online network of creative leaders and innovators at 100 Creative Cities, and lives in Tucson, Arizona with his wife and […]
“Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them.” ~ John C. Maxwell
Albert Einstein said, “I see my life in terms of music.” Take a minute to think about the last time you heard one of your favorite songs or listened to your favorite playlist. How did it make you feel and what were your emotions after listening to your favorite songs? I’m sure you felt better, […]