Tag Archives: Perspective

The Joy and Great Value of Seeing Things Differently

Posted on July 14, 2019 by Mike Reuter

Everyone has a beautiful uniqueness in their gifts and view of life. We are all wonderfully different in our own individuality, in how we see the world, understand ideas, perceive realities and relate to people. There is richness and abundance … Continue reading →

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On an Abundance Mindset

Posted on June 9, 2019 by Mike Reuter

Joe Vitale reminds great leaders of the unending giving of an abundance mindset: “Your perception creates your reality. You can look at life and see scarcity or abundance. It depends on your mindset.” An abundance mindset finds its roots in … Continue reading →

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What You Think Is Who You Are

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Mike Reuter

John Maxwell, in his book, No Limits, writes about “Thinking Capacity – Your Ability to Think Effectively.” He tells the story of his father, who in his early life during the Depression, worked for three wealthy people in their town. … Continue reading →

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On the Power of Self-Knowledge

Posted on March 17, 2019 by Mike Reuter

Self-knowledge is the magnificent cornerstone of leadership. Alfred Lord Tennyson writes: “Self-reverence, self-knowledge, self-control; these three alone lead to sovereign power.” Self-knowledge is the primal source that shapes the great leaders’ lives. It gives them access to their confidence, perspectives … Continue reading →

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On Reflection – Turning Experience into Insight

Posted on January 6, 2019 by Mike Reuter

“Reflection is what turns experience into insight” says John Maxwell in his end-of-year blog post as he encourages great leaders to pause in their life to prepare for the coming year. It is a time to look back on what … Continue reading →

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The Gifts of a “Big Picture” Mindset

Posted on August 5, 2018 by Mike Reuter

Michel de Montaigne wrote: “The value of life lies not in the length of days, but in the use we make of them; a man may live long yet live very little.” Great leaders live every moment of their life. … Continue reading →

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On a Spirit of Relentless Reinvention

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Mike Reuter

“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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Celebrating the Beauty of Your Self-Worth

Posted on February 18, 2018 by Mike Reuter

Robert Brault, freelance writer, shares words with great leaders which gives them a moment to pause and reflect on how they see themselves: “Looking back, you realize that a very special person passed briefly through your life and that person … Continue reading →

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On Seeking First to Understand

Posted on January 14, 2018 by Mike Reuter

“The greatest deception men suffer is from their own opinions.” wrote Leonardo Da Vinci.  John F. Kennedy said: “Too often, we enjoy the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought.” Great leaders  recognize that, sometimes, opinions – theirs and … Continue reading →

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The End of the Telescope Through Which We Look

Posted on October 15, 2017 by Mike Reuter

In his book, Be All You Can Be, John Maxwell shares a great leadership learning through a story about a boy and his telescope. “One day little Bobby’s father came into the front room and saw the boy looking out … Continue reading →

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