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Happy Thanksgiving!
Sometimes I (mistakenly) act like this time of year is an internal chance to give thanks.
While that’s one part of the equation, external gratitude is so critical to our success in working with teams at work and home.
Be thankful today!
Steve
Leaders talk often about resilience. But we rarely talk about limitations, those dark, scary weaknesses we like to keep hidden.
But what happens when the world narrows and something we’ve always relied upon disappears overnight?
A shoulder surgery last week and my temporary one-handed life led me to Nicholas James Vujicic and a lesson in overcoming.
If you don’t know this man’s story, you have to read this one!
Be great today!
Steve
One of my most admired attributes in other leaders is character. It often manifests itself in the quiet confidence of knowing that person is acting with utmost propriety.
This week, three-time guest author Alexander Limber writes about the strength of character shown by the great Norman Schwarzkopf we should all strive for: professionalism, self-discipline, and compassion.
Be great today!
Steve
Happy Birthday, United States Marine Corps!
I know many Marines, and today’s author, Sean Elwin, embodies the Corps. He wrote this warfighting love letter to celebrate 250 years of our Devil Dogs service to the Nation.
I encourage you to sing the Marine Corps Hymn today and read this combat narrative on the legacy and character of our Marines.
From basic training to the shores of Tripoli… be great today!
Steve
Communication is only effective when we truly understand our audience. From ancient philosophy to modern crises, the most skilled communicators succeed by tailoring their messaging to who is listening, the emotional context, and the purpose behind their words. When this alignment fails, even well-intentioned messages can backfire dramatically.
This week, we look at the 2010 Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and how we can all learn to communicate better by planning our words.
Be great today!
Steve
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