My word for 2024 is “moments.” There are obvious life moments that we reflect on: falling in love, getting married, first child, running a marathon, being a grandma, memorable vacations, seeing loved ones pass, losing a pet, experiencing...
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As 2022 comes to a close, there is much to be grateful for. A beautiful family, filled with a dad and mom who are still with us at 98 and 96, siblings and their families so ever present, the best hubs ever, three amazing daughters, a son-in-law...
Read moreDads and Leaders
We don’t just jump in and lead. We learn all along our leadership journey from people that inspire us, books and articles we read, and leaders that have led us on our journey and career path. That is what molds and shapes the kind of...
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Do you think there are similarities between the leadership characteristics of a mom and exceptional leaders in the workplace? I suppose I am drawn to that question with Mother’s Day upon us. I have a lot to draw from...
Read moreHappy Anniversary to Me
Author James Clear says, “ Many rewards in life will elude you if you’re not willing to be a little uncomfortable at first.” For the majority of my adult career, I have worked with leaders to help them be...
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Happy New Year! May 2022 bring you peace, love, laughter and good health! I am a fan of Jon Gordon, author and speaker on topics such as leadership, culture and teamwork. At the end of 2020, I stumbled upon this...
Read morePeople Come First
I listened to a podcast this week with Jon Gordon and Howard Behar. Both of these leaders recognize and know the importance of putting people first. Over everything. As I listened, I nodded in agreement, as the...
Read moreOne Word
It is the beginning of the new year… 2020 has been a challenging, sometimes frustrating, sometimes energizing year. We could easily have allowed the challenges and frustrations to take over, but when asked what gifts we...
Read moreThe Sweet Spot
In sports, the sweet spot is the area around the center of mass of a bat, a racket, or the head of a club that is the most effective part with which to hit a ball, says Miriam Webster. On a short podcast I watched the...
Read moreHow is your culture these days?
Greetings friends and colleagues… I hope this continues to find you healthy and safe… Most of us are on Day 46 of the Covid-19 shuttering. We’ve learned how to Zoom more effectively, prioritize our day, check in with our...
Read moreFive Tips in Managing Through these Difficult Times
Greetings to you, my friends and colleagues… I hope this message finds you healthy and safe and that your friends and loved ones are healthy and safe too! If health challenges exist, my prayers go out to you and your family. If you...
Read moreTo Be
It’s officially 2020 and I am excited for this new decade! But before I press fast forward and get going, I want to reflect a bit on what people do to prepare themselves for a new year. Some may declare New Year’s resolutions. Some may do a...
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