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Nov 20 2018

5 Signs You Have a Frenemy

I had never realized it before – everyone has one or two.

A frenemy is someone who pretends to be a close friend but is actually a rival. Your frenemy is usually friend of friend or coworker that you get along with and enjoy. But they will cut you down at any opportunity with mostly backhanded compliments or and passive-aggressive jabs. At times they seem to root for you to do good – just not better than them.

The behaviors of your frenemy are often rooted in jealousy to any or all aspects of your life. While frenemies can be supportive and complimentary, deep down they possess an ulterior motive – to compete with or humiliate you.

Nov 24 2014

When You Think You Can’t Give More – Give Anyway

When I feel like there’s nothing left, when I’m under enormous pressure, when my life and work are chaotic – even then, I can give more – to my family, to my team, to my friends, to future leaders. And so can you.

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I wrote previously about a life-changing experience that taught me I could give more. Check out that article – it will add value to this one.

Jan 28 2013

Friends – 3 Things You Can Learn About Life from a Best Man Speech

In your lifetime, you will have the opportunity to SIGNIFICANTLY impact the lives of a small handful people.

For me, Dennis Scheidt was one of those people.

BONUS: I’ve created a NEW Guide that will walk you step-by-step through how to make the maximum impact with your life and work. You can find out how to get a copy of this life-changing tool at the end of this post.

Jun 06 2012

To have close friends, be a friend

The majority of leaders – nearly two-thirds – do not have ANY close friends. This is an alarming statistic. In fact, the advent of social media has so profoundly impacted the culture and meaning of friendship that the concept now has less value and significance than acquaintances of the past.

Photo Credit: Michael Maher

To be totally transparent, about a year ago I realized that I did not have any really close friends. There were individuals that I spoke to occasionally or with whom my wife and I would join for dinner – yet these relationships were often superficial for me. Read More