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Is Integrity Dead in America?

Is Integrity Dead in America?

3 Ethical Elements to Consider Before Answering the Integrity Question With ethical lapses in every nook and cranny of society occurring just about every other second these days…it’s a fair question. From politicians that shamelessly lie (but keep getting elected) to careless business leaders who bankrupt their own companies (but still walk away with their […]

3 Keys For Growth and Achievement

3 Keys for Growth and Achievement

Growth and achievement, as well as expansion are TOUGH in any environment, and often takes an “all hands on deck” approach to grow effectively.  Here are some key considerations about growth: 1. Your Subconscious May Be Sabotaging Your Efforts Not that I’m a psychologist (nor do I play one on TV), but one of the primary […]

Tyler Perry: Video Riff on How to Be Successful

Tyler Perry (one of the most successful, influential, and wealthiest men in entertainment) is often asked, “How did you ‘make it’?” In this short and powerful video, Tyler shares his success secrets that are cut from most interviews and articles including: the grace of God, plant your seed and focus on one priority, and believe […]

Why Most Managers and Leaders Suck

What are we so afraid of? We all seem to know a leader or manager like this guy in the picture.  Sadly, one of the most common fatal flaws of leaders is surrounding him/herself with administrative yes-men … you’ve probably seen these types (and perhaps, God forbid, you are one), which leads to a culture […]

Why You Should Avoid Being Seduced By People’s Facebook Posts

Why You Should Avoid Being Seduced By People's Facebook Posts

If only our real life could be as interesting, sexy, and successful as our Facebook life makes it out to be. It’s easy to look at the social media posts of “friends” and acquaintances and get seduced into believing that they live a life of perpetual joy, success, sunshine, lollipops, rainbows, and beautiful people. The […]

3 Tips to Cure Foot In Mouth Disease

3 Tips to Cure Foot In Mouth Disease

I was reminded recently of a surprising conversation I once had with a seasoned CEO of an Austin, TX based entrepreneurial start-up. She had shared with me that she often found it difficult to “know when to speak and when to shut up during development meetings and conversations with investors.”  It seems she has a […]

Ideas Are Worthless

Ideas are Worthless

Ideas are all around us. We can channel them rather easily if we stay attuned to their clues and patterns. I’ve learned from trial and error that good ideas are often born from bad ideas and failure…they come from divergent thoughts and other points of view. Ideas Are Worthless? Well, follow me on this.  It’s […]