According to Great At Work, Hanson 2018, passion at work flows from 6 areas: 1. Joy in tasks. 2. Excitement at succeeding. 3. Thrill from using creative energy. 4. Enthusiasm for people. 5. Delight from learning and growing. 6. Elation from doing job well. (Posted on Twitter by David Geurin)
As I reflect on 2018, I have had a lot of challenges. However, those challenges are what led me to many rewarding experiences. To teach is a most rewarding experience for me. When you give others an opportunity to learn, you learn yourself because each learner comes with a unique set of talents that help Read more about Challenges are Rewarding[…]
The definition of “Scope” is to observe in order to take action. To scope is to see the big picture. A leader must scope in order to lead and in order to take action. However, a leader must also ask a lot of questions of those who wish to be lead. The leader must discover Read more about We Must Scope to Lead[…]
The definition of “Venture” is to take risks, to dare to go out of your comfort zone. I believe it is important to take risks that make you uncomfortable. Without risks, nothing would ever be invented. Taking risks, venturing has led to much creativity, beauty and new relationships. Presently, I risked becoming and being an Read more about It is Important to Venture[…]
To be “Cohesive” we must work together, stay together, have a common goal and aim as a team to succeed. Teamwork is Dreamwork. A common vision is mandatory for successful teamwork. We must train people to be cohesive. It is not something we learn all by ourselves. If there is chaos, leaders must bring the Read more about Be Cohesive as a Team[…]
As we grow up, many of us have been told to mind our manners. Most cultures have such expectations. I believe it is because all human beings of all cultures desire “Respect” from others. However, we must learn to “Respect” ourselves first in order to “Respect” others. We must learn to accept the fact that Read more about Respect Others[…]
“Risk” to use a baseball analogy, you can’t get to 2nd base without leaving 1st. Some people “Risk” nothing. There are Wise vs. Foolish Risks. Foolish risks are crazy. Take small risks because the fruit of the tree is always out on the limb. Don’t keep hugging the tree trunk. It only carries the rotten Read more about Take Risks[…]
To be “Authentic” you must be genuine, trustworthy and reliable. You will not be a successful leader unless you are the real deal. When I think of “Authentic” leaders I’ve known, three women come to mind. All three had a few characteristics in common. They were authentic but not perfect. They were confident, but humble. Read more about Leaders Must Be Authentic[…]
When I think of the word “Family,” I think of gold, value, peace and tranquility. I have a small “Family” but a strong, colourful, cohesive family. We have our skeletons in the closet as does every family but we talk about our skeletons. I am so very fortunate that I have my immediate family, and Read more about Family is Gold[…]
I find it such an amazing “Reward” to help others. Yesterday I had the opportunity to mentor one of my protégés. What an honor! I believe one of the most humbling, rewarding gifts for me is to be of assistance to somebody else whom I believe in. And, I have had the honor of being Read more about To Help Others Is Rewarding[…]