With the avalanche of information and technological change, an understanding of what creates effective leadership is continually being challenged. How does one lead in the threshold of social media, an ever expansive cyber world, and abundant moral relativity? What principles of leadership can a leader utilize to unite their followers, create an organizational culture where people believe they are coming to work for something greater than themselves, and where in their work and family ....

TAGS: vulnerability / humility / transparency / leadership / authenticity / selflessness / growth / gratitude / perspective / perseverance /

Have you ever been down in the dumps, questioned your life’s purpose, failed at something and subsequently asked yourself, where do I go from here? We all reach periods in our life that challenge our very being and force us to take actions that are difficult and even frightening. It is the choice to take those daunting actions that will forever solidify the nature of your character, your own self-acceptance and self-respect. The unknown crossroads we all encounter bring forth life lessons ....

TAGS: growth / perspective / resiliency / leadership / values /

How do you define your level of professionalism? Is it based on your patience, performance under pressure, manners, personal charisma, beliefs, or is it a deeper sense of awareness and commitment to take the high road in all you do? Certainly how you physically and emotionally handle yourself under stress and pressure, and how you effectively communicate in the midst of any stress and pressure contributes to an understanding of how emotionally patient, and how professional you are. To exude ....

TAGS: patience / professionalism / ethics / morality / perspective / goals /

What are you doing today to personally enrich your life? Are you willing to redirect a segment of your routine, and explore the possibility of experiencing something different? What is holding you back? Is it the fear of the unknown, lack of knowledge, or potential disappointment? What if the opposite occurred such as joy, pride, a sense of accomplishment, personal growth and greater wisdom? How would you know what the outcome could be if you never try? When was the last time you were ....

TAGS: growth / perspective / spontaneity / gratitude /

We normally tend to think of being vulnerable as a weakness, and when it pertains to an outside force that threatens us physically and emotionally that would be correct. However, being internally vulnerable can be a positive characteristic as it relates to a willingness to take ownership for your own mistakes, weaknesses, failures, and internal challenges. It takes strength and courage to be exposed and allow yourself to be vulnerable to what others may, or may not think of you. To be  ....

TAGS: vulnerability / resiliency / humility / accountability / leadership / values / perspective /