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How Do You Define Success?
What is your definition of a “successful” life? It’s a question worth thinking about—and continually trying to answer. We are constantly bombarded with false—and unsatisfying—measures of success. So if we don’t take the time to consciously define it for ourselves, it...
Never Train It, Never Get It
I was recently mountain biking with several friends when my friend Kelly said something profound. One of my friends was asking him how he is able to remain standing (as opposed to sitting down while pedaling) for much of the ride. This requires much more effort and...
Leaders Must Be Willing To Have Difficult Conversations
There is nothing more important to creating a strong team than hiring the right people. But unless you start a team from scratch, building a strong team will usually involve helping some people find the door. The BIG Idea: If you are going to lead, you must be...
Deliberate Practice—Becoming a Master of Your Craft
“Practice doesn’t make perfect, it makes permanent.” –Author Unknown This post originally appeared in the Optimal Performance Series, but is also vital for a strong Mindset. Doing something for a longer period of time doesn’t necessarily make you any better at it. In...
Great Leaders Put People in Their Strength Zones
Leadership expert John Maxwell tells an illuminating story about his high school basketball team. One typical afternoon, Maxwell showed up to basketball practice. The coach announced that the first-string would play against the second-string. Maxwell, being a first...
Confront Your Weaknesses: A Sobering Tale and Ideas For Action
Years ago, I heard John Maxwell says something I’ve never forgotten. To paraphrase—A great leadership legacy can take decades to build, but can be lost in an instant. An ominous warning. We all have bad habits. We are all addicted to something. It might be shopping....
Resilient—The Eduardo Garcia Story
The story of Eduardo Garcia is an incredible look at personal triumph through extreme adversity. If you haven’t heard his story, it will blow your mind. I am certain you will be inspired by his mindset, discipline, and profound emotional courage. Meet Eduardo I...
