Billionaire Richard Branson has said, “If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, say yes, then learn how to do it later.” He has also said, “Even if I have no idea where I’m going or how to get there, I prefer to say yes, instead of no. Opportunity favors the …
Interview with Outdoorswoman Mia Anstine on Leadership
I admire folks who focus. They concentrate their energy in one area and pursue it with all their might. (Some of us have chased the proverbial shiny object now and then.) Mia Anstine is one leader who is focused — big time! She is an advocate for her industry, an outdoor writer, licensed …
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How to Build Solid Leadership Principles to Get More Employee Engagement
People aren’t complicated. Human nature is fairly predictable. And we don’t need a plethora of rules and regulations to define every possible way a person might step out of line. Typically, we can boil it all down to the basics - a few simple things most people want and deserve. The Principle of …
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Be Not Afraid to Start Over
I’ve written about my Mom in a previous post, so it’s time to give my Dad some “ink” too. He taught me it’s never too late to start over and you never give up. He’s followed Winston Churchill’s advice to a “T” and set a wonderful example for me and my siblings. Above: My dad and his dad, on the …
You Can’t Make Everyone Happy
Are you a people pleaser? Do you find yourself spinning in circles trying to keep everyone happy? It’ll drive you crazy. And if you keep it up, you’ll dig yourself into a bottomless pit. (Photo: American Eagle Overlook, Victor CO) You may be a frontline manager, a team lead, board member or …
8 Steps to Being a Leader People Will Follow to the Ends of the Earth
Recently, I watched as a highly influential public figure, business owner and community leader treated an impaired individual with a level of respect, kindness and consideration rarely seen these days. And I was once again struck by the fact that those who succeed - in business, in school, at work …
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