A time for lists

Posted on January 4, 2015 by David
Our lists aren't always as sweet.

Our lists aren’t always as sweet.

Happy New Year!

Not trying to put a damper on things but it’s just another day. There’s nothing magical or mystical about the day.

A fresh start can happen anytime you will it into action. Like giving up sweets, or smoking, or other things that can be destructive to your longevity.

It’s taken me about a week to write this post, partly because I’ve gotten away from writing daily. And also due to the fact I’ve been focused on losing yet another friend to cancer.

We don’t get to choose the day we die. You can eat right, exercise, get proper sleep and still have a house fall on you. 🙂

So if you are into making a list of things to change, don’t be bound by the date on the calendar. Make the change. Now. Otherwise, your list of things to change could grow too long to handle before it’s too late.

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How can you help lead?

Posted on October 24, 2014 by David
Followership is at the heart of leadership.

Followership is at the heart of leadership.

The answer is simple.

Be a better follower.

Michael Hyatt (former CEO of Thomas Nelson Publishers) suggested five characteristics of great followers:

  1. They are clear.
  2. They are obedient.
  3. They are servants.
  4. They are humble.
  5. They are loyal.

Followership comes before leadership. And we’re not just talking about the dictionary.

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Tapped in

Posted on October 23, 2014 by David
There is no magic in leadership.

There is no magic in leadership.

My life just got a bit better and a little more hectic.

I’ve been tapped to be a leader. I can’t name the opportunity just yet. But as the opportunity was presented to me, my mind started working on just what it involves and when it will affect me. I came up with two answers.

Everything. And now.

Leadership isn’t something you can successfully do in your spare time. Or from the back seat. I’ve got names to learn, process to get comfortable with, and most important of all, a vision to uphold.

And it starts now.

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Just be . . .

Posted on September 7, 2014 by David

 

Just lead.

Just lead.

So the to-do list might be full of 17 things to do but you only have 28,800 seconds to get them done.

Maybe this is a chance to simplify the list.

Here are some choices:

1. Be thankful.
1. Lead.
1. Be awesome.
1. Serve.
1. Grow.
1. Love.
1. Change.
1. Educate.
1. Celebrate.
1. Motivate.
1. Choose.

You make the choice. Then go!

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Help me remember

Posted on September 4, 2014 by David

20140328-092824.jpgIt’s the same thing as don’t let me forget.

In place of a negative connotation, it asks for help instead of barking out a command.

We can use it to build a sense of inclusion and teamwork rather than pressuring someone with a sense of failure if they don’t perform the task.

Inclusion is characterized by open communication, creativity and transparency. So soliciting the help of a team member is a big step toward accomplishing goals through a collaborative environment.

Wars are not won by the work of individuals.

“Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishment toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.” Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919)

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