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Living The Life Of A Filler

Living The Life Of A Filler

I can’t get enough of the human-interest stories that news programs produce. I think they are fascinating. These stories provide a glimpse into real lives, and they demonstrate the truth that every person has a story worth telling. Thanks to the Today Show, I got to...

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You’ve Reached the Top. What Comes Next?

You’ve Reached the Top. What Comes Next?

Imagine building a long and positive track record as a leader. You’ve earned your stripes through hard work, persistence, and dedication.  You have invested time creating opportunities to grow and develop people and organizations. You’ve made  a real, positive, and...

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Use Courage—Not Fear—To Manage Your Team

Use Courage—Not Fear—To Manage Your Team

Years ago, I wrote an international bestselling management book called, Courage Goes to Work. I've taught the concepts of courage-building in the workplace all over the world. One of the most profound principles is that when managers stop leading with fear and begin...

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Leaders Don’t Freak Out

Leaders Don’t Freak Out

Edited April 12, 2021 As a leader, stress is inevitable. However, it is what you do with that stress that makes all the difference. You can either let stress take you down, or you can let it energize and motivate you. Whatever you do, don't freak out. The leaders we...

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Risk-Taking Advice From America’s Greatest Mountaineer

Risk-Taking Advice From America’s Greatest Mountaineer

Updated March 22, 2021 Ed Viesturs is arguably the greatest American mountaineer that ever lived, or more accurately, lives. Ed has a reputation for being a calculated risk-taker, who refuses to compromise safety because of ambition. As a result, he has summited Mount...

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Surprising Life Lessons Thanks to a Special Plant

Surprising Life Lessons Thanks to a Special Plant

I’ve always lived in my head a little too much. Drawn to ideas and ideals, I’m attracted to lofty philosophies and neglectful of attending to what’s right in front of me. So at the start of this year, I decided I would begin a daily practice of caring for a little...

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Let Go of that Ego. Leading Isn’t About YOU.

Let Go of that Ego. Leading Isn’t About YOU.

I’ve recently started pulling together some guidance to share with people new to their leadership roles. Given how broad the topic is, there’s a lot of advice to share! There is one piece of wisdom that can take years to appreciate: harness your ego.Yes, people prefer...

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