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5 Keys to Crisis Management- Send In The Wolf!
When people ask me what I actually do for a living, I sometimes ask them if they remember “The Cleaner” from the movie Pulp Fiction. In the movie, there is a bloody murder that occurs in a car and they call a guy called “The Wolf” (Harvey Keitel) who shows up in a tuxedo and…
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5 Ways That Processes Protect You from Losing!
Years ago, I coached boys and girls middle school basketball. We would run structured offenses and defenses and set plays that we practiced for hours over and over again. Girls, for the most part, ran the offenses with surgical precision. Boys, on the other hand, typically were sloppier. It took time for me to get…
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Power Shortage
“Nobody will ever love you quite the way you want them to. You just have to let them do their best.” I saw this quote on Reddit the other day and it really hit me hard. We really are selfish in everything- even in the way we are loved by others! Why would I…
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The Shifting Keys
Funny how things change. You can be so sure of something, and over time, your views can be changed to something vastly different. It’s crazy. Like shifting sand. When I was young and just entering college, I was convinced that the secret to success was knowledge. If I could just absorb a vast…
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Your Fooling Yourself!
I am a noticer. I notice the little things as I do life. Small things of beauty as I walk. Reactions from social interactions. Ugly things that appear out of nowhere. Attitudes and enthusiasm. This is really a blessing and a curse. I often think that it would be better to approach…
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Playing the Game
I’m not a big TV guy. However, on occasion, I have followed some of the TV show “Survivor” seasons. I think the draw for me is the struggle with the environment more than the personalities. Dealing with a deserted island or braving the harsh environment is more appealing than the chatter, deceit and alliances. One…
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Smile Power
My daughter was born with a smile on her face. She was, and still is, always smiling. When she was a baby we would get comments about what a happy little girl she was. Her smile was contagious and helped her make friends quickly. When our kids were young we would frequently go camping and,…
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Willy Will Save Us All!!
From Chris Harvey, writer and friend! Enjoy!
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Wounded Warriors
Life is full of pain. As leaders, wherever we are, we must learn to help those that are hurting. A lost loved one, a break-up, financial loss, tough diagnosis. We will all face some really bad news and we will also be in a position to help someone who is suffering. So what do you…
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What Your Wife Really Wants For Valentines Day!
Originally posted on Leading by Serving: Oh, yes! It’s that time again! Time for the red cards, chocolates, and roses. Valentines Day is a special time to tell your loved one that you really care. A time to celebrate love and romance. For some men, this can be a bit frightening. Getting just the right gift…
