If you are wondering, “What is this courage stuff, and why should I train for courage?” I've got some answers to those questions in this post, plus at the end, I've got a free downloadable resource for you. If you want to learn about courage, you also have to learn...
In keeping with last month’s sentiment of gratitude, I found myself writing what turned out to be a tribute to my grandmother, who my family affectionately called, “GooGoo.” It was the introduction to my newsletter, something I pen every month, and after it was done,...
Saying “Thank You” (and meaning it) isn’t always easy. But, when done right, it can mean so much. If you’ve read the book that Bill Treasurer and I co-authored, "The Leadership Killer: Reclaiming Humility in an Age of Arrogance," you know that Chapter 5 details the...
Years ago, when I learned that I sucked at leading, I was a nomad, traveling and hurling myself off 100-foot towers into small pools at amusement parks throughout North America. I had just become the captain of the U.S. high-diving team and was responsible for leading...
The following is an original blog post by Coach Jim Johnson. Coach Johnson is a professional motivational speaker, team performance & leadership coach, and author of , “A Coach & A Miracle.” Let us cut right through the chase! A well-known fact shared among...
Learning and growth, individually and organizationally, do not happen in a zone of comfort. They happen in a zone of discomfort, which presents a challenge. Given the choice, most people choose comfort over discomfort. Life and work exist on a long continuum. To stay...
You've been notified that you’re being considered for a supervisory position. Maybe it’s recognition of your sustained superior performance and/or longevity within an organization, or maybe you got it because of “connections” and/or who you know. Whatever the reason,...
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