Evernote Benefits – While I developed this blog and all the content I used Evernote to help me organize ideas, projects, content and to-do lists. It keeps everything in a centralized location. Evernote was created to empower individuals and teams to capture ideas and inspirations, so they’re remembered forever. Read more about how Evernote has […]
“Leaders are Learners” – Leadership Lesson from General Clifford Stanley, USMC(Ret.)
While attending a breakfast at a local restaurant I had the good luck to be introduced to General Clifford Stanley, USMC. What I most remember from General Stanley is this invaluable lesson – “Leaders are Learners”. After doing research on General Stanley’s insight I learned concepts from U.S. Marines: Marines have a required reading list […]
Who trained Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neil and LeBron James? George Mumford
Mindfulness and Meditation George T. Mumford a.k.a. The Mindfulness Performance Whisperer, is a highly acclaimed and leading expert in sports psychology & performance. Phil Jackson’s ‘Secret Weapon’ to winning eight NBA Championships. George’s passion is teaching mindfulness to high profile sports, business and academic teams alike; from the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls and New […]
Surefire Connection Strategies – Thank You, Appreciation and Gratitude
My good friend gave, Jim Sherry recommended the book Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi. Keith’s book highlights several actions to incorporate into your everyday networking connections. As a result of reading the book, I began to take action by showing gratitude and appreciation for the people in my network. It increased my influence, knowledge […]
Leadership Insight – Play to Your Strengths
While I researched and reviewed my career objectives I ran into several resources that assisted me along the way. One of my favorite resources is the work done by Marcus Buckingham. My favorite book he wrote is StandOut: The Groundbreaking New Strengths Assessment from the Leader of the Strengths Revolution. “StandOut unveils your top two […]
Becoming a Resonant Leader: Develop Your Emotional Intelligence, Renew Your Relationships, Sustain Your Effectiveness
What distinguishes great leaders? Exceptional leaders capture passion. They lead for real: from the heart, smart and focused on the future, and with a commitment to being their very best… Practical and inspiring, Becoming a Resonant Leader is your hands-on guide to developing emotional intelligence, renewing and sustaining yourself and your relationships, and taking your […]
Leadership Insight – Develop a Growth Mindset
One of the areas I became curious about is the development of personal and professional growth. To begin to become unstuck in my own personal journey I started to research the mindset of growth. How and what does it take to grow. My favorite subject matter expert – Dr. Carol Dweck, Stanford University. Mindset by […]
The Warrior’s Book of Virtues: A Field Manual for Living Your Best Life
Time-tested principles for succeeding in life through the understanding and development of character, virtues represent the moral excellence of a person. From discipline to prudence, fortitude to faith, the warrior virtues presented in these pages are guaranteed to transform your life into one of meaning and purpose. Amazon – https://tinyurl.com/bdha87kh Time-tested principles for succeeding in […]
General James Mattis, USMC(Ret.) – Leadership Insights on Reading
General Mattis on reading: …The problem with being too busy to read is that you learn by experience (or by your men’s experience), i.e. the hard way. By reading, you learn through others’ experiences, generally, a better way to do business, especially in our line of work where the consequences of incompetence are so final […]
Learn to be Smarter -“Smart Thinking” by Art Markman – Great read!
A few years back I was watching TV and saw an interview with Dr. Art Markman from University of Texas. I ordered the book and became immediately fascinated by it. Dr. Markman researched and wrote about the neuroscience of learning. His research became the foundation and motivation of my understanding of how we learn. I […]
Business Relationships That Last: 5 Steps to Transform Contacts into High Performing Relationships by Ed Wallace
Fortunately, I have discussed with Ed Wallace tactics and strategies to develop high trust and productive relationships. In his book Business Relationships That Last, he outlines the 5 steps to transform contacts into high-performing relationships. 5 Steps to Transform Contacts into High Performing Relationships Display Worthy Intent Care About People’s Goals, Passions, and Struggles Make […]
Social Capital – What Are Your Strategies?
One overlooked way to differentiate your company’s competitive advantage is social capital. What is social capital and why is it important? Social capital allows a group of people to work together effectively to achieve a common purpose or goal. It allows a society or organization, such as a corporation or a nonprofit, to function together as […]