Reflections on Life and Leadership
I saw the following statement on the front of a T-shirt (a notable and always reliable source of profound information). A goldfish is the happiest animal on earth because it has a 10-second memory. The statement is false (scientific studies debunk the idea), but it does make a good point: There’s value in leaving the …
“Although people want a doctor to fix their broken bones, when it comes to problems in their heads, they often want sympathy rather than solutions.” Adam Grant Hurt and pain come in many forms. Physical pain is the most obvious. Mental and emotional pain is harder to diagnose but can be just as debilitating. Feelings …
We’re experiencing an unprecedented crisis. Not since WW2 has the entire globe been affected by a debilitating enemy. Many people are fearful and anxious; everyone is troubled and uncertain. During this crisis it’s important that we respond properly to these strong, deeply felt emotions. Our initial and primary response must be to comfort one another. Here …
I recently returned from leading a group of 36 friends on a European tour. We visited seven countries in 15 days. It was among the best trips I have ever experienced. Every day was full of memorable moments. We did have one regrettable moment in Rome. Our tour guide in Rome had an encyclopedic knowledge …
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