Tag Archives: Behavior

On the Joy of Giving

Albert Pine (aka Paine) writes: ‘What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal.” One of the grandest gifts that great leaders give to those whom they serve is … Continue reading

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Good Intentions Aren’t Enough

An unknown author wrote: “Your intentions don’t matter. Perception is reality. If people perceive you the wrong way, it doesn’t matter what your intentions are.” In his recent blog post, Daily Discipline, Brian Kight speaks to great leaders about perception … Continue reading

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Because of You…

In his blog post, The Daily Dose, Devin Hughes reminds great leaders to reflect on the impact their words, actions, gestures, attitudes and behaviors on those whom they touch and serve in the course of their magnificent journey. You might … Continue reading

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On a Spirit of Relentless Reinvention

“This is the single most powerful investment we can ever make in life – investment in ourselves, in the only instrument we have with which to deal with life and to contribute.” writes Stephen Covey. His words tell great leaders … Continue reading

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Words from Tecumseh

In his beautiful and inspiring poem, Native American Shawnee Chief, Tecumseh, offered great leaders wise counsel on living a rich and meaningful life.  So live your life that the fear of death can never enter your heart. Trouble no one … Continue reading

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The Questions We Ask Ourselves … Do They Drive Action?

In his recent blog post, 6 Questions That Will Set You Up to Be Super Successful, Marshall Goldsmith writes:  “When it comes to self-reflection, asking yourself active questions rather than passive questions changes the focus of your answers – and empowers you to make … Continue reading

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The Questions We Ask Ourselves … Do They Drive Action?

In his recent blog post, 6 Questions That Will Set You Up to Be Super Successful, Marshall Goldsmith writes: “When it comes to self-reflection, asking yourself active questions rather than passive questions changes the focus of your answers – and empowers you to make … 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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Three Minute Leadership: If Life Is a Game, These are the Rules

Sir Douglas Bader, Royal Air Force fighter ace, wrote: “Rules are for the obedience of fools and the guidance of wise men.” It is ‘rules’ or principles that guide the highly successful leaders life’s journey. They are deeply internalized and … Continue reading

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Three Minute Leadership: Living by Example

Albert Schweitzer, Nobel Peace Prize winner, philosopher and physician, writes: “Example is not the main thing in influencing others… it is the only thing.”  The example given by great leaders are their teachings gathered from a life of learning.  It … Continue reading

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