If you are a leader, you are always looking for quick and effective ways to boost the morale of those you lead. Last Sunday night we had a good portion of our family over for dinner, including our three children that are married and their spouses. While we were wrapping up our meal, my wife suggested […] Read more
Leadership and Motivation
Whatever your leadership responsibility is – whether your are a parent, coach, pastor, scoutmaster, business leader or any other type of leader – you need to say two words often and genuinely. They are the words “thank you.” Unfortunately many leaders don’t say it enough. First Reflect “I would maintain that thanks are the highest […] Read more
It happened to me… The other day I was sitting in the living room of my home with my family surrounded by communication; but not between any of us. I sat there in disbelief as my wife was on her smartphone browsing Facebook, my 20-year-old daughter on her phone texting who knows who, my 17 year […] Read more
How much do you learn by watching others? The reality is you learn a lot! It is not uncommon for most of us to model a leader, for example, that we really liked. Unfortunately what we learn can be good or bad. Whether you are a parent, coach, teacher, or a manager in business each […] Read more
Employee Rewards, Recognition and Respect Over the weekend I had the opportunity to work in the yard with my sons. We were preparing our Summer garden. As with any preparation getting rid of the weeds is critical. I usually assign each son an area to work in and tell them when they get their section […] Read more
