What does it mean to “Expand” from the inside? To expand means to grow and develop. We all know how to expand or make something bigger on the outside of us. But, how do we expand from the inside? I believe it means to grow stronger at something we believe is important, to become better Read more about Expand from the Inside[…]
Are you successful at something you have been focusing on for a long time? If so, you have been diligent. Success generally is an uphill journey, a long journey of being focused and steadfast. It requires passion, determination and generally teamwork. Most of my successful events, missions and goals have required not only me to Read more about What is Diligence?[…]
The definition of “Projection” is to put forth your voice, vision, future – always futuristic. The important question is, “Do I pitch a positive projection or a negative projection?” What we are today and what we project for tomorrow determines a great deal of our success. As an educator, I am in heightened awareness that Read more about What Are You Projecting?[…]
So many people are afraid to ask for help even when they clearly need it. Ask for help and you are most likely to receive it. Say the following statements after you ask for help and you will be amazed of the outcome. BYAF – “But you are free” technique. “But you are free to Read more about BYAF – But You Are Free[…]
Brendan Burchard, author of High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way, says a simple approach to seeking personal clarity is to focus on: 1. SELF – How do you want to describe your ideal self? 2. SKILLS – What skills do you want to develop and demonstrate? 3. SOCIAL – How do you Read more about High Performance Habits[…]
Did you know that smiling activities release feel-good chemicals in the brain? Smiling and laughing boost Seratonin and endorphins in our brains, and surprisingly, also reduces the stress hormone, cortisol. Share a laugh with a friend, watch a comedy show, or a funny movie. Challenge your kids or staff to share a joke daily! They’ll Read more about Smiling Boosts Seratonin & Endorphins[…]
Today I’m sensing a theme of treating others as you want to be treated wherever you go and whomever you meet. Maxwell says hospitality means the golden rule as well as servitude, helping those you meet feel at home, loved, wanted. It is a process of helping people feel loved, exceeding their expectations. We must Read more about Hospitality is Key[…]
What do engaging leaders do? Engaging leaders must engage in the lives of other people. They must listen, truly hear what others have to say. They look at the people and as Covey says, “Seek first to understand, then be understood.” When leaders truly connect, communicate and care about others, they walk slowly through the Read more about An Engaging Leader[…]
In my mentorship work in schools, I do a lot of role playing with students. The common conflicts students engage in are competition in sports, friendships and grades. I’m frequently struggling with how we can help students see the fun of merely playing a sport for the sake of exercise, fun and becoming more skilled Read more about Competition With Others or With Self?[…]
How do you establish credibility? John Maxwell says that we have to be very open and honest about ourselves. However, you have got to have success under your belt. You have to make your audience believe that you really do know how to do this, whatever it is you are sharing. You cannot do what Read more about We Must Have Credibility[…]