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Month: September 2013

23 September 2013Practical Leadership, Random Inspiration

Inspiration at a Restaurant

A little inspiration spotted at a local restaurant here on the Windward Side…reminds me of what my Dad said! I love it when people try to inspire each other and their customers, because that speaks volumes to me about that person’s sense of optimism. What do you do to help inspire others?

19 September 2013From the Blogs, Technique Only

What Can Bilbo Baggins Teach About Leadership?

I’ve been a fan of Tolkien since I was a boy, and articles like this are one of the reasons why.  Tolkien’s writing is so rich, that it’s possible to “mine” little nuggets of brilliance like these leadership lessons.  By the way, if you liked the movies, give the books a try! (Hint: there’s more […]

14 September 2013Practical Leadership, Technique Only

5 Secrets of Commanding Time Management

Like all leaders, a military commander must manage their time carefully.  It’s the only resource of which we never get more!  These have worked for me as a commander and leader, perhaps they’ll work for you. 1. Organize your day, don’t let your day organize you. Whatever scheduling tool you use, remember that it’s your […]

9 September 201313 October 2020Mickeys Rules

Rule #4: “’Can’t’ Never Gets Anything Done”

My Dad taught me a number of really great sayings, but among the best he ever taught me was “’Can’t’” never gets anything done. Keep it out of your vocabulary.”  Actually, the exact words he used were,  “Can’t” never could do anything. You see, Dad always believed that if you try hard enough, work hard […]

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