The Law of Influence Should Be Required Learning
The second law of John C. Maxwell’s book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership should be required learning for everyone in high school. It is the Law of Influence which says, “The true measure of leadership is influence – nothing more, nothing less.” If you do not learn this law early, you will learn it…
Read MoreWho’s the Boss?
Here is a conversation between myself and a former boss as we watched an event unfold that had been successfully planned and carried out by the rest of the team: The Boss: Why does my staff not do what I tell them to do? Me: Maybe because you’re telling them and not asking them nicely…
Read MoreYou Live What You Allow
We were black in a predominantly white community in the late 70’s, in the UK, where racism was prevalent. We hadn’t personally experienced it but we knew friends who had. Although racism was a reality, I noticed that many of my friends used their colour as an excuse for not moving forward in life. I’d…
Read MoreSuccess Story: Holly Eisenhut – The Young Ones
At the time Holly joined the John Maxwell Team, she was the youngest team member at age 18. She was brimming full of youthful exuberance , and encouraged by her parents who enrolled her into the program, was excitedly anticipating being an active participant of John’s legacy! We all knew instantly that this young lady…
Read MoreMirror, Mirror On the Wall
If you’re like me and get song lyrics stuck in your head sometimes, then you know that some of those times, those lyrics really are trying to speak to you. Right now, I’m enjoying some down time from the office, doing some reflecting on this year and goal setting for a rapidly approaching new year.…
Read MoreThe Gift of Accountability
Once upon a time there was a noun named Accountability, the precious offspring of Love. Without anyone to hold accountable, Accountability sought Wisdom and learned that it’s not good to be alone. Now operating in true purpose, Accountability enjoyed the life-changing understanding of esteeming others better than itself. Accountability began to hold others accountable, as…
Read MoreHoning Your Talent
What do Bill Gates, Mother Theresa and Oprah have in common! Ever heard the saying “your gift will make a way for you”? What do you think? I dare say this is what individuals like Bill Gates, Mother Theresa and Oprah have in common; their gifts (natural talents and abilities) – and plenty of hard…
Read MoreEs realmente posible para mí tener mi propia empresa?
Hace algunos años esta pregunta rondaba en mi cabeza en forma insistente, hasta que me di cuenta que no era la pregunta correcta. En ese entonces trabajaba para una buena empresa, pero en mi corazón existía la ilusión de algún día tener algo que fuera mío. Pasé varios años de dudando de mi propia capacidad…
Read MoreWouldn’t Be Nice If Goals Were Not A Waste Of Time?
Every January, the world gets all fired up because it’s a new year and we get a fresh start, right? Well, maybe, but what is it that you are really starting? We set goals and start off on a hot streak and then, for many, watch the flame slowly fade away. John Maxwell has focused…
Read MoreThe ABCs of Coaching
While much has been written on the topic of coaching, there are some basic ideas to consider in any lane of coaching. Consider these: Attitude. Check your own attitude first. Am I giving my best self today? Have I cleared my head of my own challenges and issues? Do I have my own agenda, or…
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