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The Power of a Quote communication compassionate constructive courageous culture impact tips

by Melody Stacy

 

Are you a leader who understands the power of inspirational quotes? How using them with intention can motivate, encourage, and inspire individuals and teams?

Embedding quotes...

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A Culture of Creativity communication constructive

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Is it possible for a team become more creative?

Certainly, but a creative culture requires a fertile ground where new thoughts can grow.

The more...

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Let's Brighten 2023! compassionate constructive courageous

by Melody Stacy and Aubrey Patterson 

 

It’s that time of year.

A time for deep introspection.

A time for hopeful aspiration and dreaming of all that’s possible in...

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An Opportunity in Disguise constructive courageous

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Some of our biggest successes can be pretty messy, right?

Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. - Oprah

False...

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Seeking Feedback communication compassionate constructive courageous culture

by Melody Stacy

 

There’s a well-known parable of blind men who, having never seen an elephant, approach one and begin feeling various parts.

One concludes, feeling the tusk,...

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The Standard Is the Standard communication constructive courageous

by Melody Stacy

 

Would you be interested in buying a pair of Nikes if one shoe was several centimeters longer than the other? What about some Apple AirPods that are too quiet to hear?

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The Success Tax constructive courageous

by Aubrey Patterson

 

The ladder of success can feel pretty tall and steep sometimes, right?

Author and leadership guru Dean Graziosi often uses the term success tax when referring to the...

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You Can Say That Again communication constructive

by Melody Stacy

 

Have you ever seen an old-timey, pioneer-style candle dipping demonstration? Or maybe you’re a modern-day DIYer who does this?

The steps go something like this: 1....

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Do Your Habits Match Your Dreams? constructive courageous

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Many people want to build new habits but worry about disrupting their current routines. 

Such worries are understandable but rarely warranted....

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The Winning Lottery Ticket of Commitment constructive culture

by Melody Stacy

 

There’s a famous experiment about lottery tickets that has some pretty significant implications for leaders interested in building commitment in their teams.

It...

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Leading in Sync compassionate constructive culture

by Melody Stacy

 

Fireflies flashing in the woods. Starlings murmuring in the sky. People, even strangers, rocking in chairs. What do these have in common? 

They all (yes, even us...

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Leadership Lessons from IKEA constructive culture

by Aubrey Patterson

 

The IKEA Effect is a fascinating part of our psychological operating system. Understanding how to use it is hugely advantageous for every leader. 

Simply...

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Staying Curious communication compassionate constructive courageous impact tips

by Melody Stacy

 

Curiosity killed the cat.

A useful illustration of why we shouldn’t be nosing around in situations that don’t involve us? Maybe. But as leaders, we may want...

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The Problem with Pretty Good constructive

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Would you be willing to change your work habits to make life easier for your future self?

You'd think a quick "yes" would come from most leaders, right?

Sadly, this isn't...

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Our Internal Operating System constructive

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Do you ever just wish for a day during which nothing happens?

Of course you do! We all need a slow day now and then.

However, impactful leaders are generally excited by...

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Domino Falls constructive time blocking

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Just time block it.

People seeking organizational help all too often hear this well-intentioned advice from people whose own calendars mostly display...

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The Ebb and Flow constructive impact tips

by Melody Stacy

 

The sun-kissed, rejuvenated faces bouncing in to check rosters and decorate classrooms. The fresh-faced anticipation of what’s yet to unfold, open to possibilities...

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Chesterson's Fence constructive courageous

by Aubrey Patterson

 

It’s best to use a lens of humility and assume that those who came before us knew things we don’t or had experiences we haven't yet encountered.

Don't...

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Perseverance constructive courageous

by Aubrey Patterson

 

Some times, everything goes according to plan. Other times, life feels overwhelming.

Remarkable leaders certainly must feel like giving up at...

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Calendar Before To-Do constructive time blocking

by Aubrey Patterson

 

A great many swear by their to-do lists, and with good reason. Psychologist, author, and film-maker David Cohen maintains that a completed list greatly reduces anxiety.

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