The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell
A study of leadership skills would feel incomplete if I did not include John Maxwell’s writings on the subject. He is an established authority on the topic, has written dozens of respected books and is a sought-after speaker around the world. This particular book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, is one of my favorites […] Read More
The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey Book Review
The Speed of Trust by Stephen Covey dives deep into the subject of trust like no other book I have seen or read on the topic. Trust is explained to be the driving force of all relationships, personal and professional. Covey details many personal experiences building and restoring trust in his corporate career that give […] Read More
Failing Forward: Turning Mistakes into Stepping Stones for Success
By John C. Maxwell It’s been over 20 years since Failing Forward was first published, and “failing forward” is still a popular phrase used in business and education circles today. And for good reason. It’s a hopeful word picture of someone tripping, or stumbling, yet still making progress toward their goal. The main theme: “The […] Read More
The Art of an Apology
Do you know someone who is unable to admit they are wrong or made a mistake? What about a person who cannot forgive and holds grudges? They are very difficult to be around, are they not? The ability to make and accept an apology is a sign of strength, compassion, and humility. It is a […] Read More
Leading with a Shepherd’s Heart
If you have not had a position of leadership yet, no worries…you will! Are you an older sibling? Babysitter? Coach? Parent? Group leader? How would you describe your leadership style? There are many styles of leadership, and I have to say I have read a lot of leadership books and tried quite a few leadership […] Read More
You May Hear, But Are You Listening?
We’ve all done it, we’ve all had it happen to us: we think we are listening to someone but five minutes later we have no clue what they said. How does that happen? Why do we LET it happen? I want to challenge you today to become a skilled listener by: Listening well is a […] Read More
When Giving Criticism, Be Constructive
Most people do not enjoy hearing criticism, but there is a positive role that criticism can fill, especially if it is crafted well. Today I will show you how to craft feedback that will be constructive rather than destructive and will more likely be received better and result in growth and improvement. The first […] Read More