passion

May 09 2012

Dreams – Are you living yours?

We all have dreams. And most of us believe that we have a special gift. That we can somehow touch the lives of people in a meaningful way. That we can make the world a better place.

At some point in our lives, we’ve all had a vision for what our life and work could become.

What happened to that vision? Has it taken a back seat to the busyness of life? Did it get lost somewhere along your journey through a cluttered and noisy world?

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Mar 30 2012

That Was Awkward – Decision-Making

This post is part of the series – That Was Awkward
That Was Awkward – Decision-Making
That Was Awkward – Leading

If you’re ever going to accomplish anything worthwhile, you’ll have to be willing to feel awkward. What you’re doing will seem foolish at times – to yourself and to others. The truth is – you’re never going to be more than 80% sure. So the awkward feeling is natural.

You might as well go ahead and decide. Don’t put it off any longer. Make the decision.

Great leaders start by clarifying their bold, compelling vision. First for themselves, then together with others. And they don’t expect everyone to get excited about their excitement.

Why? Your intensity often confronts the passivity of others.

Feb 16 2012

3 Ways to Guarantee Your Success

My dad encouraged me to start my first company in 1985. He loaned me $300 and took me to purchase the equipment I needed to get launched. Within a few weeks I had paid off the loan and was operating my new venture in the black.

Over the next few years, my dad spent many hours modeling character, integrity, a strong work ethic, fairness, excellence, and organizational leadership. Needless to say, I am deeply grateful for my dad’s influence in my life and work.

I’d love to say that I caught on quick – but I was a maverick, hard charging – some called me driven. So, for more than 25 years I’ve learned by failing – over and over. I’ve made a lot of decisions that didn’t turn out the way I had planned – and I succeeded!

Wait…What?