Success Thought of the Day – 7/6/18: Controlling Execution
Leading and controlling execution is key to your success. Earlier in my career when I was head of HR Service Delivery for North America at JPMorgan Chase, I would typically get into my Delaware office around 6:30 AM or so. I really enjoyed the morning time. So, I would pop up like clockwork to… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 7/6/18: Controlling Execution
Success Thought of the Day – 7/5/18: Planning supports belief
For the past few days, we have focused on leaping into the 2nd half of this year, 1st getting our mindset around where we are, being clear that we must “Decide and Move” in order to reach success. 2nd, we covered the truism of the fact that life will happen, but how we respond to… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 7/5/18: Planning supports belief
Success Thought of the Day – 7/3/18: Respond to the Challenge
Yesterday’s Success Thought of the Day set the stage for action in the 2nd half of the year. I encourage you to read that one if you missed it. Now, it is back to the fundamentals. To respond to the challenge, you must begin by re-engaging with your goals, planning and executing. If you… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 7/3/18: Respond to the Challenge
Success Thought of the Day – 7/2/18: Decide and Move
“The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide you’re not going to stay where you are.” — John Pierpont Morgan It is time to decide and move for sure. It is officially midyear! For many of us on the East Coast the temperatures have shown up consistently in the 90s lately, which I… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 7/2/18: Decide and Move
Success Thought of the Day – 6/29/18: Finish Strong
Today is the last working day of the month and quarter for many people. Some have already started celebrations having accomplished the goals they planned to achieve for those time periods while others have begun to count their losses. In other words, many start the race strong, but not all finish strong. The month… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 6/29/18: Finish Strong
Success Thought of the Day – 6/28/18: Law of Association
The law of association is amazingly powerful. In my summary around Promise #1, embracing your passion, one of the four key points includes seeking out partners. In other words, people who we are going to share our journey with towards our passion, purpose or cause with. These people become trusted advisors and people you… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 6/28/18: Law of Association
Success Thought of the Day – 6/27/18: Leading direction
Leading direction is a critical skill that we all must attain. Some may argue that it is only necessary for those wishing to be in a “leadership position.” However, we must consider that leading direction starts with ourselves. Yes, we first must be able to lead ourselves in such a manner that people desire to follow us, irrespective of title or position. Have you ever… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 6/27/18: Leading direction
Success Thought of the Day – 6/26/18: Balanced Success
The point of balanced success is a poignant one and calls each of us to ensure we understand and from time to time revisit what that means for us. Let’s just start with the definition of the word balanced an even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady. a… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 6/26/18: Balanced Success
Success Thought of the Day – 6/25/18: Duty of Leadership
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Embrace the passion
Embracing your passion is the first step to achieving your potential. Passion, in and of itself, is like endless fuel as it is the gift that keeps on giving. Below are four steps to help you Embrace your Passion. #1: Search within yourself Search within yourself thoroughly and thoughtfully to understand your unique gifts (or… Read More »Embrace the passion
Success Thought of the Day – 6/22/18: Pursue our Purpose
On June 7, George Clooney received the highest honor an actor can receive for a career in the film industry, the American Film Institute’s Lifetime Achievement Award. For many, such an achievement seems far-fetched and out of sight. However, let’s take a step back. The point is that we must try to pursue our purpose. We know… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 6/22/18: Pursue our Purpose
Success Thought of the Day – 6/21/18: Overcoming challenges
It is very easy for us to get caught up in the midst of a challenge and get discouraged, frustrated and in the end, outright want to quit. As with all things, overcoming challenges is about how we view the situation, everything starts with our thoughts. Parable Joseph Sica tells a great story about a… Read More »Success Thought of the Day – 6/21/18: Overcoming challenges