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The 3 M’s of Leadership

March 14, 2015 by

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 As leaders, we are constantly challenged  with making magic happen daily for our organizations and teams.  How we do so centers in part around 3 core M’s – managing, monetizing, and mentoring. Management is just that – how we manage people, processes and systems. It’s how we wrangle all of the puppies into the […]

Success is…

January 23, 2015 by

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When you see success, you don’t often see the sweat equity that went into it; the daily incremental effort that moved the needle. You don’t see the setbacks, failure or frustration. In fact, in most cases it seems as if success came quickly and easily. The reality is that for most people, success was about […]

Be Where Your Feet Are…

January 20, 2015 by

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You are often told that you have to think and move two steps ahead, act like you are where you are trying to go. That advice is great, but what they forget to tell you is that you also need to be where your feet are… It’s call being present with foresight. Failure to be […]

Will Smith’s Words of Wisdom #MotivationMonday

August 4, 2014 by

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http://youtu.be/TX1TBYnzmk0 We all need a little reminder that when we put our minds to something, amazing things can happen. People that are successful recognize the power that self-thought leadership has – translation, the influence of your thinking on your actions. Don’t limit yourself! Harness your mental power to focus on being successful! Once you taste […]

First They Will Laugh

July 8, 2014 by

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Some of the greatest innovations were first fodder for amusement and commentary. With persistence, what was once fodder became novelty, as people became more interested and curious. As curiosity rose, so so did fascination, adulation, disruption, and ultimately success. As they say, you know you have arrived when they copy you… Any doubt? Ask Apple.. […]

#TOTD: Elevation Requires Separation

June 13, 2014 by

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As you continue to grow and develop both personally and professionally, you will find that your circles or networks will change. Those that support and encourage your growth will continue to do so actively or passively based on their perception of the value they can bring. Those who are envious or jealous will begin to […]

Your Inner Circle: You Are Who You Are With

March 31, 2014 by

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Jim Rohn and others have said that you are who you spend the most time with. Because of the significant role these people play in your life, it’s important to make sure you have some key people in your inner circle. Mentor Whether formal or informal, someone in your inner circle should be a person […]

STEM careers for Women and Girls

March 31, 2014 by

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Great info gram from Forbes that reminds us of the work we have in educating AND exciting women and girls about STEM – science, technology, engineering, and math

An Activist Hedge Fund Manager Has A Coffee Mug Specially Designed To Intimidate CEOs

January 13, 2014 by

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An Activist Hedge Fund Manager Has A Coffee Mug Specially Designed To Intimidate CEOs http://www.businessinsider.com/hedge-funders-mug-of-fired-ceos-2014-1?utm_source=androidapp&utm_medium=referral

The Leadership Path is Paved with Mistakes….

September 28, 2013 by

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The leadership path is often paved with mistakes.  These mistakes, both minor and major, are the metal that can either forge or destroy leaders and their reputations along the way.  The reality is that there is no such thing as a perfect leader, there are leaders who have honed their skill through trial and error. […]