Category Archives: Jeff Noel

Lost on a shelf

Posted on February 23, 2017 by David

  I was cleaning off a bookcase today. It had become a convenient dumping area instead of an organized storage space. One of the shelves had a box. And in that box we’re several books that a good friend sent … Continue reading →

Posted in Change, Direction, Disney Institute, Disney's Approach to Leadership Excellence, Dreams, First Step, Jeff Noel | 1 Comment

Legendary

Posted on February 20, 2013 by David

Recognize. Reward. Reinforce. My friend and mentor, Jeff Noel, has been recognized by his peers for his outstanding career as a Cast Member at the Walt Disney World Resort. He was awarded the Walt Disney Legacy award, not just for … Continue reading →

Posted in Disney Institute, Excellence, Impactful, Jeff Noel, Leadership, Recognition, Reward | 2 Comments

Asking for advice

Posted on October 7, 2012 by David

“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” Where do you go for advice? I was looking for direction for my … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, Appreciate, Business Growth, Encouragement, Jeff Noel, Teaching | 5 Comments

Don’t be the one to defeat yourself

Posted on July 28, 2012 by David

On the heels of yesterday’s post, today’s quote reminds us of a time when it may have been easy to quit. “Never, never, never give up.” Winston Churchill Other’s can’t quit for you. Only you can quit for yourself. Tweet

Posted in Character, Extra Mile, Hard Work, Integrity, Jeff Noel, Passion, Persistence | 2 Comments

Put your thinking cap on

Posted on May 2, 2012 by David

Do you have a special place where you go for inspiration? Besides the Bible, do you have a favorite book, video, blog, etc., that you can count on for your daily motivation? Disney is more than theme parks, restaurants and elaborate … Continue reading →

Posted in Disney Institute, Impossible, Innovation, Inspiration, It's All About the Customer, Jeff Noel, Lee Cockerell, Service | 5 Comments