Why I Do a Year-End Review Every Year

Why I Do a Year-End Review Every Year Every year, I sit down and do something that has become non-negotiable for a year-end review. It’s not fancy. It’s not complicated. But it’s powerful./ This time of reflection allows me to slow down and really look at the year—what happened, what I learned, what I did … More Why I Do a Year-End Review Every Year

Transforming Negative Work Environments

Researchers have identified a growing trend of employees experiencing negative behaviors in the workplace. A landmark study by Schat, Frone, and Kelloway in 2006 reported that 41.4% of U.S. workers, approximately 47 million individuals, encountered psychological antagonism at work over the past year. Similarly, a U.S. government survey of federal employees found that 13% witnessed … More Transforming Negative Work Environments

Attitude as a Key Factor in Success and Ability

MAIN IDEA: (Control) Your Attitude In my autobiography, I discussed five life-changing principles that have significantly shaped my life over the first sixty years. The first principle states, “Attitude can determine your altitude in life. It’s a determinant of success and ability.”  The core principles I have learned throughout my life, from my upbringing and … More Attitude as a Key Factor in Success and Ability

   Success is no easy journey

The famous political economist and author Lester Thurow points out that in a competitive world, you have two possibilities: “You can lose, or if you want to win, you can change.” Once you develop a plan and put it into action, you’re not finished; your success lies within the journey. As you begin to walk … More    Success is no easy journey

Unlocking Self-Leadership Success: Mastering Discipline and Accountability

  How do you lead the toughest person in the room? At every leadership webinar, I pose a paradox: Who is the toughest person in the room to lead? The answer, to everyone’s surprise, is ‘You.’ It’s a unique challenge we all face, leading ourselves.   Yes, you are the toughest person to lead in this … More Unlocking Self-Leadership Success: Mastering Discipline and Accountability