They have the willingness to make the kinds of choices others won’t. They have courage. Sure they have vision and some even have charisma, but they have the courage to see the vision through with all their heart. (The root word of Courage is Cor – the Latin word for heart.) Leaders who learn from me learn how to use their hearts not just their head.

You’ve Got This

Why is it that the night before I’m leaving on a trip I’m tidying my desk rather than packing my suitcase? Go figure.   While rooting through the “in” box I found a copy of an article I yanked out of the Sunday paper in May called the “Courage to Save to World.” As is…

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A leader today can’t have all the answers, but she can sure open her world by having really good questions!

“I do it my own self”

My granddaughter is 10 years old now and did her first overnight trip with a school group this year. It was her first time being away from mom and dad for 4 whole days and nights. It was a great experience and although she expressed a little trepidation, I knew she’d be just fine.  …

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Walt Disney, when building Disneyland in Anaheim, CA insisted that the Sleeping Beauty Castle be built first. The architects disagreed with this idea. From their point of view it was not the wisest way to build, it was impractical. The accountants disagreed with this idea too, it was expensive and an unnecessary expense. No matter. Walt wanted it built first.

What Does Your Castle Look Like?

Walt Disney, when building Disneyland in Anaheim, CA insisted that the Sleeping Beauty Castle be built first. The architects disagreed with this idea. From their point of view it was not the wisest way to build, it was impractical. The accountants disagreed with this idea too, it was expensive and an unnecessary expense.   No…

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