Each of us is ultimately responsible for the choices we make that produce our mature or immature character. Paradox of Power by Pat Williams
Turning Vision Into Reality
Only a leader of character can make the tough decisions that can turn a vision into reality. To live, a leader must die – to […]
Try Something New To Grow
Every experience is a learning experience. Every time we try something – win or lose – we learn, we grow, we attain more confidence and […]
Patton’s Bold Leadership
Patton’s Outline for Bold Leadership Qualities of a Great General Tactically aggressive (loves a fight) Strength of character Steadiness of purpose Acceptance of responsibility Energy […]
Leaders’ Strong Character
Great leaders do not operate out of fear or timidity. In a crisis, leaders must be people of strong character, choosing to do what is […]
Four Ingredients of a Great Leader
The four ingredients to being a great leader (according to Margaret Thatcher): First, know what matters to you. Have a set of principles and follow […]
Accept Responsibility for Your Own Decisions
Great leaders are big enough and strong enough to accept full responsibility for their own decisions – and the actions of subordinates. And the result? […]
Ronald Reagan’s Bathroom Story
What was Ronald Reagan like? Peggy Noonan, former White House speechwriter, explains with “the bathroom story.” A few days after Ronald Reagan had been shot, […]
Leaders Respect People
Rich DeVos, CEO of Orlando Magic, says this about respect: I built my whole business on respect for people. I build them up, not chew […]
A Leader Earns Trust
Trust, like respect, must be earned. It is earned slowly – and it can be broken quickly. A leader builds trust by being: Trusting. You […]