Recent weeks have included non-stop sports coverage. On any given Saturday, there was television coverage from the World Cup, the Prefontaine Classic (track and field), Wimbeldon tennis championship, basketball championships, and baseball. People tuned in, tweeted, and posted Facebook updates every hour on the hour.
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South African leader Nelson Mandela has undoubtedly received countless accolades and praise. Today the renowned leader celebrates his 92nd birthday. Given the breadth of his contributions and his legacy, are there even words to describe his remarkable legacy? How can I find words to reflect upon the years of persecution and his response with peace […]
A few weeks ago, Julia Gillard became the first female prime minister of Australia. Rather than respond to potential negative press coverage, she brings quick wit and reality when dealing with the media and naysayers. Count me among her new potential fans. I continue to be impressed how she handles herself as a leader stepping […]
Many of us talk about doing big things. We say we will clean out the garage. We resolve to losing ten pounds (again). We commit to writing a book. But, the only way to make a big splash is to stop talking about it and just do it! It seems to me that most of […]
The arrival of Wimbeldon Championship Tennis in London every year reminds me of leaders who see the big picture. Maybe it’s the way that Wimbeldon champions like Pete Sampras, Steffi Graf, Venus Williams, and Serena Williams make the game look so effortless. Regardless, I marvel when Wimbeldon kicks off knowing that I will see some […]