Leadership is not for everyone. It requires a very specific type of person who sees the best in others, and acts on it…consistently. That takes tremendous amounts of energy, perseverance, forgiveness, faith, and (gasp) stubbornness. Wait. What? Stubbornness?! Yes, stubbornness. As a leader of a high-performing team, you HAVE to
Someone recently asked me for advice on how to get a job promotion. I told him to be consistently exceptional at his current job. And also, to think, speak and act like he is already in the job he is striving for. In other words, start where you are. Begin with what
Made for more. If you hold yourself to high expectations, you already know that a bare-minimum mentality is your enemy. Doing just enough is your rival. Merely complying with requests is your nemesis. High expectations demand that you do more, reach higher and go farther. All of which requires effort.
I elevate. I’m a people mover. I’m a potential seeker. I’m a dream encourager. I’m a career enhancer. I elevate. As an elevator… I listen And inspire. And challenge. And praise. I elevate. Elevators also go back down to bring more people up. That’s what elevators do. They elevate others.
I have to admit, I don’t get upset too easily. It takes a lot to disturb the peace that I’ve worked hard to attain in my life. But there is one thing that drives me insane. It REALLY gets my blood boiling. Do you know what it is? Apathy. Specifically,
Thank you, Hospitality. My life changed when I met you. Everything came alive. Even as a 15-year old busboy, I knew that nothing would ever be the same. I wasn’t just serving bread, pouring water and clearing tables. No, my role was to ensure a flawless, world-class dining experience for
I have a confession to make. I LOVE bone broth. Specifically, home-made, organic bone broth. Besides it being very delicious, it’s REALLY good for you. It’s one of those superfoods that optimize your wellness in multiple ways, all at once. Joint Health. Gut Health. Skin Health. Immune System Health. Anti-Inflammatory Properties.
Fountains give nourishment. Drains take it away. Am I a fountain or a drain? That is the essential question that each of us should ponder daily. Am I giving energy or am I sucking it away? Am I giving ideas or am I tearing them down? Am I looking for
Yes. Three letters. Small, but mighty. There is so much that is written about boundaries and saying “no.” Make no mistake, boundaries are essential. They help us to preserve and prioritize what is truly important. I’ve had to learn (the hard way) that when I didn’t set healthy boundaries, my
Who smiles when you show up? What improves when you appear? Is the room brighter with you in it? Is the team more effective with you on it? Your presence is meant to make situations better. Nothing should be the same. And nothing should be worse. Only better! This means
Why should anyone follow you? Anywhere? Seriously, that is the question that leaders must ask themselves. John Maxwell wrote, “If you think you are leading, and no one’s following, then you’re just taking a walk.” A cynic might ask, “who do you think you are to believe that YOU are
When we read or hear the word “contagious”, we often think of sicknesses like the flu or the common cold 🤒. However, attitudes are contagious as well. Both positive and negative. If you don’t believe me, spend 5 minutes with someone who has a rancid attitude. I can guarantee that
