Have a Character That Is Bigger Than Your Birth Year

Have a Character That Is Bigger Than Your Birth Year

The internet has been on fire over the story of Ryan Lochte and three other American swimmers allegedly getting robbed at a gas station in Rio. That was the initial report, at least. Over time, however, it became clear that the initial story was not the accurate...
How You Can Be Like an Olympic Gold Medalist Today

How You Can Be Like an Olympic Gold Medalist Today

Olympic fever has been strong recently. The world watched (and rightly wondered what was happening) the opening ceremony of the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio almost 2 weeks ago. Since then, the world has been captivated by the stories of triumph and defeat, success and...
How to Hire a Millennial Consultant for $10 Per Hour

How to Hire a Millennial Consultant for $10 Per Hour

I, like many of you, saw a recent article that highlighted those with the title “millennial consultant” that charge outrageous amounts, some upwards of $20,000 per hour. When I first saw that number, two thoughts entered my head: 1) That is ridiculous. 2) If I can get...
Mary Poppins, the Sound of Music, and Your Role in Leadership

Mary Poppins, the Sound of Music, and Your Role in Leadership

Yes, you read that title correctly. I am now convinced that Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music, both musical movies from the 1960s, can teach us about our role in leadership. How is that possible? I’m glad you asked. But, let me first explain how I arrived at...
Prepare Privately before Performing Publicly

Prepare Privately before Performing Publicly

Rehearsals. For any musician that plays with other musicians, rehearsals are part of the routine. They are like the meetings you attend at work, but significantly more fun. In an ideal music rehearsal, everyone attending will arrive ready to rehearse. Readiness...
Formal Education is Valuable for Leaders

Formal Education is Valuable for Leaders

Education. We would all say that it is important, but we would disagree as to the best path for education. School? Life experience? Self-discovery? As we grew up, many people told us that education was important. “Get your degree!” “College will open the doors to your...