What is integrity? The common answer is, “doing the right thing.” Some people like to add, “even if no one is looking.” I like to take it a step further. …
One Bite at a Time
Life can be overwhelming at times. Take learning a new subject. Depending on the topic, it can be simply too much to handle. Prior to 2013, I had a background …
Good Storytelling is Engaging and Entertaining
Story 1: “I was about 16 at the time. Because It was summer, the weather was hot outside. My friend had just picked me up in his car. We were …
5 Essential Skills of a Successful Leader
As I have said many times, a leader is not necessarily a manager. But, if they are to be successful, a manager must be a leader. Therefore, in this article, …
What is the Best Leadership Style?
There are as many leadership styles as there are leaders. That’s because each leader takes his/her own spin on a form that best serves them and/or their team(s). Of course, …
Growing In Knowledge, Holistically
There are literally millions of different career choices available for the picking. Each one having its own focus. This makes for essentially an endless list of possible choices. To make …
The Best Leaders Have Strong Personal Power
In business, managers are tasked with making sure that directives, from senior leadership, are followed. That work assigned to their area is accomplished. And that it is accomplished by way …
Master’s Degrees – Are They Worth It?
Is it worth the money and effort to get a master’s degree? Before we discuss if it’s worth it, let us first discuss what it is. According to GradSchools.com, a …
Why Introverts Make Great Leaders
When I think about great leaders, I think about individuals whose very presence demands attention. They exude confidence and naturally draw others to themselves. That’s why it seems obvious that …
Knowledge Is Power
I’m sure you’ve heard it said, “With great power, comes great responsibility.” I like to change that up a bit. Instead of saying with “great power” I say, “with great knowledge, …