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Gratitude Is A Daily Discipline of Training Your Brain What To Pay Attention To
The BIG IDEA—The research is clear that gratitude changes your brain chemistry and wiring, your leadership results, your physical health, and the health of your organization. Gratitude is like a plant I love and appreciate my wife deeply, she is an amazing partner and...
A Non-Anxious Presence
Several years ago a mentor of mine used a term I had not heard before—he said he wanted to be a “non-anxious presence” for people. I didn’t really get it at first, but after years of hearing him talk about this, I think I am finally beginning to understand why it is...
Jose Alvarenga—Surviving More Than A Year Lost At Sea
If you have never heard of Jose Alvarenga, you will want to hear his incredible story of survival at sea. I first heard this story last year while reading 438 Days—by Jonathan Franklin. El Salvador 1975 Jose Alvarenga was born in Garita Palmera, Ahuachapán, El...
Understanding the Role of Pay in Motivating Your Team (and What Else Drives Them)
Several years ago, I was having a conversation with a fellow leader who was having a difficult time with their team. The team was disgruntled and disengaged. At the end of the discussion, the manager said, “Well, they have a fixed salary and we have no control over...
Get To The Point
“If I had more time, I would have written a shorter letter.” –Blaise Pascal After writing a blog for several years and teaching classes regularly, I have found deep truth in Pascal’s words. Being concise is hard! But with many people now working remotely—being clear,...
The Five Science-Based Practices of the Thriving Organization
If you have been in the workplace for a while, chances are good that you've had a job you didn’t love. The research we discuss today will help you understand what was lacking in that employer. If you currently run a company or lead a team, you need to know about these...
The Legend of John the Dwarf
A mentor of mine shared this story with me several years ago. John the Dwarf—also known as Saint John Kolobos—was a Coptic desert father born in the year 339 in the town of Thebes, Egypt. Given his moniker, I’m guessing he was not a tall man. He was raised in poverty...
