The Fall Hike Effect

The Fall Hike Effect

When faced with a challenge, whether professionally or personally, it is often fear that holds us back. Maybe you are afraid to start because you might fail.  Afraid to put your idea out there at the meeting, because of what others might think.  Afraid to take a...
Perfectly Imperfect

Perfectly Imperfect

Nobody’s perfect, but that doesn’t seem to stop people from trying. And why not? There are lots of good reasons for wanting to be perfect. Some professions, for example, greatly benefit from their inherent perfectionism. This is especially true of professions where the...
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...
Keep Your Leadership Ego in Perspective

Keep Your Leadership Ego in Perspective

As you progress in your leadership career and grow in influence, rank, and stature, never lose sight of the fact that you’re just a speck in an infinite universe, like every other human being who ever lived. It doesn’t matter how much money you make, how...