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Passion (from the Ancient Greek verb πάσχω (paskho) meaning to suffer) is a term applied to a very strong feeling about a person or thing. Passion is an intense emotion compelling feeling, enthusiasm, or desire for something. I have heard many folks say leaders should NOT lead with emotion. I think it is a bit of a fine line...but I prefer...we should be leading with …
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This morning I woke up pondering…why aren't there more dynamic leaders out there? Why is there so much leadership literature on the market and internet, but it does not seem to change anything? Why are all these leadership consultants with seemingly little to no true leadership experience making money? Innovation, Creative Leadership, Strengths, Emotional Intelligence--why? Read …
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A few folks have asked for some good books on various topics... so I decided to give a glance on the office book shelf and see what books have stuck with me over the years, ones that made me think deep, and those that have been just a true pleasure to read... I honestly have …
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"No duty the Executive had to perform was so trying as to put the right man in the right place." -Thomas Jefferson This is in fact a paraphrase of Jefferson's actual statement, in an 1801 letter to the merchants of New Haven, Connecticut: "Of the various Executive duties, no one excites more anxious concern than …
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I came across an article yesterday, 5 Leadership Fads to Ignore by Steve Tobak in inc.com (view original). I usually quite fond of Mr. Tobak's work...honestly, he is a man who has produced some great, thought provoking articles... just click here. I am all about the strong contrarian article, hence the reason I clicked on the link....but this …
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Reading from Inc Magazine this afternoon and came across a piece from Erika Andersen titled "Lead So Others Will Follow: 6 Tips." This is probably about the third piece I have read from her as part of her new book, Leading So People Will Follow. Have downloaded the sample on iBooks...need to read it this week. Andersen comments...."We've …
"Example is not the main thing in influencing others...it is the only thing." -Albert Schweitzer or "I'm sorry that good-looking people like us made you throw up and feel bad about yourself." - Derek Zoolander How do leaders create a climate or environment people want to work in? By modeling healthy leadership. People will emulate …
"...And be a simple kind of man Be something you love and understand..." -Lynyrd Skynyrd I've always wanted to be an intellectual...I know a few... got to hang out with a few...but no matter how I try...I'm a simple dude. I've read a myriad of leadership book, seen the movies, listened to the podcasts...but in …
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Reading a bit of Ken Blanchard this AM and looking at the most common mistake a coach can make regarding his team....misjudging the level of a player. This resonates after a very frustrating High School Football season for my oldest son. Blanchard mentions all players fit into one of four categories and as leaders and …
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DeM Banter: after Darth Vader's failed bid for The White House..The Obama Administration might build a Death Star. The petition really is on the White House website. Gregory Koger says it is just not worth it George Lucas had no idea...and could not be reached for comment. Darth Vader did warn... "Don't be too proud …
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