One of the cutest commercials out there is a Meow Mix trailer featuring bad-acting cats in need of a good meal. Included in the promotion are cats with apparent personality traits of a troublemaker, instigator, and a snoop. Each one acts out impulses until getting satisfied with a tasty meal. Of course, I was amused […]
Category Archives: Courage
Is there ever a right time to sharpen leadership skills? Some contend that we get the very best training up front before we jump into a leadership post. Others would argue that we develop our talent if we run into a problem. Regardless of how we receive the input, we should receive the support as […]
Today is the 90th anniversary of women’s suffrage, the day women earned the right to vote. Across the national there are celebration, speeches, acknowledgments, and gathering. But, despite all the fanfare do we realize there is still so much further to go?
August 25th is the birthdate of a noted leader and the late tennis pro, Althea Gibson. She rocked the world of tennis with her ability and stature during a time when she was least expected to do so. What makes her legacy so meaningful is that she was a trailblazing athlete who became the first […]
Say it’s not so! Another series of national challenges and everyone is scratching their heads about who is in charge. Whether or not it is the Toyota recall or the tragic Gulf Coast oil spill, too many leaders seem to be avoiding responsibility. Things fall apart when leaders shy from opportunities to show their AQ, […]