Trust in the path. In our book The Architecture of Vision, we study patience, an often-underused leadership trait. The chapter "Trusting in Time" studies the profound impact of patience on…

Every first step is essential. Neil Armstrong was the first person to walk on the moon. Yuri Gagarin was the first person to journey into outer space. Roald Amundsen was…

Take a minute to read the headline out loud. You can put the emphasis on either word: Say it a few times. Which do you prefer? Is your emphasis on…

Looking for Something More in 2024? Most professionals hit the summer season with a bit of blah and then…. more blah. School’s out, so your schedule is cantankerous. You’re trying…

It’s the journey, not the destination, so “they” say. Stop and smell the roses. Just breathe. Pause from time to time to notice how the view changes. Take time on…

Little things matter.According to Google, there are more than 2 billion references. I guess little things are a big deal.It’s easy to overlook details. Just ask any person to read…

Many professionals are focusing on self-improvement with New Year’s resolutions to Dry January goals. With that in mind, here are four communication compass points that I want to guide me…

Words matter. Duh, of course!!Still, do you ever run into slang or language that feels a bit off? Maybe it makes you twitch when you hear the words because they…

When planning a program, campaign, or event,it’s good practice to start with the purpose. What are you trying to do? Win a project? Share expertise? Position for an upcoming project…

It’s that time of year again to remind ourselves to be thankful. For most of us, it’s easy to appreciate family, friends, and colleagues, and be grateful for good health,…