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[…]
This morning I came across an article by Gavin McCormack, a principal at Farmhouse Montessori School, Hold Yourself Accountable. He decided to make some class rules, not for the children but for himself. Here’s what he pledged: 1. I will not judge you based on the past. Let’s scrap history. 2. I will never send Read more about Best Class Rules for a Teacher[…]
Like many others, I can be very good at putting myself down. We live in a world of criticism. Mind you, I like to be critical of myself when writing, speaking or planning something new. However, I think the self-criticism must be to improve, not to disapprove of yourself. Yesterday I listened to another of Read more about Add the Word “YET”[…]
When you become a leader, it is no longer what you can do. It is what you can inspire others to do. It is not what your employees can do for you. It is what you can do for your employees. Leadership is to inspire them, to support them, to teach them to do and Read more about Inspiring Leaders[…]
The following list came from LinkedIn, by Chad Bisko: 1. Couplex Problem Solving 2. Critical Thinking 3. Creativity 4. People Management 5. Coordinating With Others 6. Emotional Intelligence 7. Judgment and Decision Making 8. Service Orientation 9. Negotiation 10. Cognitive Flexibility
Today, on Minute with Maxwell, John spoke about seeing the big picture when you dream. Dream Big! All leaders have one thing in common – they see the best, the biggest possible dream they can imagine! Love what you are, your gift that you were given! But, anything worthwhile means looking hard and wide for Read more about See the Big Picture[…]
I follow several amazing leaders on LinkedIn. Yesterday I listened to Jim Kwik who had the following advice on 10 Habits of Daily Success: 1. When you wake up each morning, remember your dreams. They are generally profound ideas for a successful day. 2. Make your bed – being tidy physically and in your home Read more about Habits for Daily Success[…]
John Wooden said, “Make today count. Make each day your masterpiece!” Live in the now – Today! People miss the moment! Today matters! When I’m with you, I will be all in. If we together focus on the moment, we will succeed together. Remember, yesterday is the past; the future is uncertain. Let’s influence those Read more about Leadership is Influence[…]
Today I am challenging you to honor what’s ordinary in your life. Who are the people you are grateful for? Who in your family, friends, community, or network gives you that feeling of gratitude, that warm fuzzy joy of having had a tremendous influence in your life? I personally am extremely grateful to my mother. Read more about Practice Gratitude[…]
This morning’s theme seems to be “KINDNESS.” I heard it from John Maxwell in his minute with Maxwell, and I heard it from Deepak Chopra in my meditation this morning. “Kindness” is a word and a virtue that I have tried to live up to for as long as I can remember. I believe my Read more about What is Kindness?[…]