Although the invention of the compass dates back well over 2000+ years and likely came about in different original forms based on the earth’s magnetic pull, the tools were a significant leap into superior navigation. As the world is primarily covered with water, being able to navigate not only by celestial bodies but also by the pull of the earth’s magnetism allowed civilizations to expand and flourish. With such guidance tools, the people who navigated exploration, trade, and even war used the compass to direct their actions to realize specific outcomes.
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As we near election day, conversations about this candidate or that person, this policy, or that claim have reached a fever pitch. Everyone seems to have an opinion, and they not only want to share it with everyone but are not inclined to stop telling until the person they are speaking with concedes to their point of view. We have moved away from health discussions into a place of my way or the highway dialogue.
It is that time of year when we exercise our freedom to vote. If you have already cast your vote via early voting or absentee ballot, thank yourself for having done your civic duty. We live in a representative republic democracy where “We the People” actually are the government and elect those to represent us as a collective and support our republic. This model crafted by the founders of this nation was designed so that no one person or group of people could mandate something by the majority rule. Pretty insightful by our forefathers.
We live in a time of abundant information and data points. It seems like everything can be counted in one way or another. All of these information elements can then be twisted, turned, and contorted in many ways, so what does one do to sift and sort through all the items? The answer is not always that simple. At least at this moment, no magic wand can digest and then regurgitate the data directly into productive, valuable packets.
It is not uncommon for the word “Leader” to be spoken on many occasions. Whether in a work setting or on the sports field, the word “Leader” is often used to capture an individual’s capabilities and contribution to a given set of circumstances. It is often used to distinguish or separate a given person to a status that sets them apart from others. In some cases, it is well deserved, and in other cases, using the word is simply a fill-in-the-blank description.
It seems pretty straightforward that the better an organization’s culture, the higher the likelihood of more productive outcomes. The challenge is why so many companies don’t get this simple and profound recipe for success.
It seems pretty straightforward that the better an organization’s culture, the higher the likelihood of more productive outcomes. The challenge is why so many companies don’t get this simple and profound recipe for success.
Given the current economic dynamics and the distractions of an election year, it becomes imperative that business leaders keep their focus on the bottom line. Unfortunately, the lessons of navigating the pandemic challenges are still alive and well. The conditions have changed, but there remains a whole bunch of marketplace issues that directly impact business and team members.
Athletics are a significant component of our culture and societal time. From individuals going to the gym to get or stay in shape to both young and old participating in any number of club or group team competitive programs, sports, and athletics are part of all of our lives, even if our best effort is…
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As we approach the unofficial end of summer – no, not Labor Day, but when our children go back into the classroom, we as business leaders must also use this time of the year to go back into the growth and development mindset for our people and organization. The summer allowed for the recharging of human and business batteries. Time was taken for…