Blogs
Do You See What I See?
Women always swooned when they saw my big, hazel eyes and long, dark eyelashes! Of course I was just 5 or 6 at the time. My eyes may not be as prominent now, but along with my other senses, they serve me extraordinarily well. They are my key...
I Sense. Therefore I Know: Intuition
Great and respected leaders use their intuition more than their rationality at critical moments. Their intuition helps them to protect their personal and professional boundaries and those of others. Highly developed intuition is central to...
Who’s Listening To You?
If you can’t communicate your ideas, thoughts, needs, and desires, then forget about anyone, except maybe your mother, taking you seriously. It’s really that simple. Effective communication, whether by speech, action, writing, or even...
Who’s Following Whom?
A great leader is first of all a great follower. There are many styles of leadership ranging from humble example to narcissistic dictatorship. Yet the truest and most effective kind of leadership starts and ends in discipleship. Disciples...
Happily, Ever After?
In childhood most of us heard stories that enchanted and enhanced our lives. They often taught us values and morals, offered images of heroism and adventure, and sometimes even scared us. As adults we continue to tell ourselves, and others,...
Led by Your Nose-Ring?
How do you take charge of your life and become your own best leader? How does your personal leadership translate into effective and respected leadership of others? These are questions pertinent to home as well as work, unless you live and...
“I Don’t Get No Respect”
Who remembers the comedian Rodney Dangerfield? His whole skit was centered around one line. As he straightened his tie he’d say, “I don’t get no respect!” And don’t we sometimes feel the same way as we’re pummeled by crowds, bureaucracy,...
Who’s Your Leader?
We love leaders because the really great ones rally us around important ideas, concepts, and projects that make the world a better place for all. But let’s face it: we also love leaders because we can defer to them when difficult decisions...
Giving Power to Perps
Perpetrators of inappropriate or illegal behavior get away with it because too many victims don’t come forward and make a credible and loud fuss. And when they do, the rest of us often tend to dismiss their allegations and defend the perp, who...
Are You Animal, Vegetable, or Mineral?
Do you feel dissed when you efficiently and professionally leave voice or email messages…and don’t get a reply? Do you wonder if you’re expecting too much to be treated with the same respect you offer others? The problem may be that you’re...