A mantra is a short phrase that we repeat over and over to keep us on track. It has to have personal meaning and can be used to lift our spirits, connect us to what’s really important and remind ourselves of our deepest potential. A mantra keeps us focused on our...
Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft tells an interesting story of an interview question he botched up, early on in his career. He was asked: You’re at the crossroads, a baby falls and is crying, what will you do? He thinks… and then answers, “I’ll go find a...
Clarify your purpose. What is the WHY behind everything you do? When we know this in life, it is very empowering and the path is clear. – Jack Canfield Meet Clive,* our High-Performer Clive* is a high-performer. He runs the marketing division of a large...
You’ve certainly heard of the concept of having a mentor. So… What is a leadership mentor? A leadership mentor is a trusted advisor, coach, personal trainer and supporter, all rolled into one. A mentor builds a relationship of trust and offers inspiration both from...
The Story of Mark, our Expert-Leader Mark* is a super-intelligent, exceptional performer. He’s highly valued at work for his knowledge, expertise and commitment. Mark is an actuary. He’s the go-to person for any advice on actuarial matters. People joke that they...
Are you an effective leader, one who leaves a legacy and is loved and respected by your people? Perhaps an answer can be found by defining leadership. What is it exactly? We hear and read a lot about effective leadership, but what really defines a leader? As we...
I’m inspired… I’ve just returned from a Mom-Daughter trip to Lyon, France, where we saw Ed Sheeran in concert. The concert went way beyond a show… It turned into an experience. I felt like I had gone through a journey from watching a show to...
In a world dominated by ego, many leaders have a distorted view of their own importance and power. That’s why it is imperative to keep checking in with yourself by asking whether you are leading from a place of ego or purpose. Ego is about what you get; Purpose is...
One thing I hear over and over again from people is… My manager / boss / leader / stakeholder is quick to point out mistakes but when it comes to noticing and commenting on the good that I do, they just don’t notice. They take it for...
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