Monthly Archives: September 2014

Turning Passion on Its Head

In his recent blog post, Turning Passion on Its Head, Seth Godin suggests a shift in focus from doing what we love to loving what we do. Instead of, “do what you love,” perhaps the more effective mantra for the … Continue reading →

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Fill Your Life with Firsts

In a recent Harvard Business Review blog post, Bill Taylor, co-founder and editor of Fast Company Magazine, shares important lesson with great leaders to avoid being stuck. He refers to John Gardner’s famous speech, Personal Renewal, to McKinsey & Company addressing … Continue reading →

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Your Words Can Change a Life Forever

“You are only a stranger once. Put your hand out. Reach out to someone.  They may change your life.”  And “You must learn something new each and every day.”  These are among the many words of wisdom a friend’s mother … Continue reading →

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The Ten Truths About Leadership

In their book, The Truth About Leadership, James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner share their ten truths about leadership. It is based on their interviews of thousands of leaders over thirty years of research. They believe that despite changes … Continue reading →

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