Reader: Sometimes the greatest obstacle to our success is our to disappointments (click image below for the video version) Morning Minute 6.12.26 I Thought His Promotion Was the Problem Sometimes the greatest obstacle to our success is our response to disappointment. Several years into my career, our long-time Director of Operations retired. When his replacement was announced, I was convinced the company had made a mistake. The individual selected for the position—let's call him Steve—was a...
7 days ago • 3 min read
Reader: Examine & commit to these 5 actions to create and sustain genuine self respect )click image below for the video version) Morning Minute 6.9.26 Self-Respect: The Foundation of a Meaningful Life Examine and commit to these actions that create and sustain genuine self-respect. Before we can build self-respect, it helps to understand how it differs from self-esteem. Self-esteem is viewing yourself positively. There are three basic types: • Performance-based: This type is tied to...
10 days ago • 3 min read
Reader: Seven personal success traits that create opportunities others never receive. (click image below for video version) Morning Minute 6.5.26 How to Become Indispensable Seven personal success traits that create opportunities others never receive. Growing up, I was often told not to make waves, to blend in with the crowd, and to avoid standing out if I wanted to get ahead. That advice came from people who had survived the Great Depression and World War II. And, it served them well. But I...
14 days ago • 3 min read
Reader: The best leaders understand how serving others creates the foundation for leading them... (click image above for video version) Morning Minute 6.2.26 Everyone Benefits from Servant Leadership The best leaders understand how serving others is the foundation of leading them. Here is a powerful quote from someone who clearly understood the value of servant leadership: "Leadership is not about domination. It is about service. True greatness is measured by how much we serve—not by how much...
17 days ago • 3 min read
Reader: The challenges you solve shape the person you become (Click the image below for the video version) Morning Minute 5.29.26 How Problems Fuel Growth The challenges you solve shape the person you become Growth rarely comes from comfort. We grow most when we are forced to solve problems. In 1928, Dr. Alexander Fleming was researching bacterial infections in a hospital laboratory. After accidentally leaving several petri dishes uncovered, he discovered that a mold called Penicillium...
21 days ago • 3 min read
Reader: Why Memorial Day Matters Remembering those who gave everything for freedom Memorial Day is more than the unofficial beginning of Summer. It is a day set aside to honor the men and women of our Armed Forces who gave their lives defending our nation and our freedom. While the exact origins of Memorial Day are debated, its purpose is not. After the Civil War claimed more than 620,000 American lives, communities across the country — both North and South — began decorating the graves of...
24 days ago • 2 min read
Reader: Mastering "What If?" and "What's Next?" to create consistent success! (click image below for the video version) Morning Minute 5.22.26 Anticipate. Adapt. Overcome. Win. Mastering “What If” and “What’s Next” to create consistent success “The only constant in life is change.” — Heraclitus Great leaders understand that success is not created by simply reacting to problems. Success comes from anticipating change, adapting quickly, overcoming challenges, and continuing to move forward in...
28 days ago • 3 min read
Reader: Three simple actions that create trust, respect, and success (click image below for video version) The Choices That Shape Your Life Three simple actions that create trust, respect, and success Sometimes we make life more complicated than it needs to be. We search for the one big opportunity, or the one major decision, that will suddenly create success. But in reality, successful lives are usually built through daily choices and strong relationships. The people we choose to spend time...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Reader: Morning Minute 5.15.26 The Life You Choose 5 traits that shape, your future, your reputation, and your impact Click the image below for the video version: Graduation season is a time when millions of young adults celebrate years of hard work and achievement. But graduation is more than a ceremony — it is the beginning of a new season of life where choices matter more than ever before. The decisions you make, the habits you build, and the attitude you carry will shape your future for...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read