“You change people, or you change people.” Anonymous
This little gem of a quote is packed with so much wisdom for leaders. Two key things good leaders must do: Bring out the best in others and, make tough decisions at times. There is no question that there… read more
There is a story about how Queen Victoria, who, upon noticing her foreign guests drinking from their finger bowls, drank from hers as well, which demonstrated the apotheosis of empathy.
President Bill Clinton once said that he wanted the U.S. to be known for… read more
“The world is becoming very cosmopolitan, but we are separated more by ignorance than diversity.” Anonymous
I love a good paradox, especially one that could awaken something in us that deserves our attention. This quote is a wonderful example because it speaks to the… read more
“The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary.” Anonymous
The first time I heard this wonderful maxim, I was a young salesman and my boss was trying to impress upon me the importance of discipline and structure in how you approached things. Another thing… read more
“Many people listen with the intent to respond, not to understand.” Steven Covey
This wonderful insight is made memorable by this humorous story from John Maxwell.
A couple of hunters are out in the woods when one of them falls to the ground.… read more
When you speak, you only repeat what you know. But, if you listen, you may learn something new.” HH the Dalai Lama
Okay, okay, I can hear you saying to yourself, “Yeah, but what I know is important and I need to say it!” No problem, I get that, but let’s apply… read more
After more than five decades of collecting quotes, this one, undoubtedly, is among my all-time favorites. Why? Because for me, for a quote to be at its best, it must be an absolute truth; it must come from someone who is… read more
“The higher we are placed, the more humble we should walk.” Cicero
2,000 years ago, a Roman politician and lawyer, who arguably, had more influence than any other on the prose of Latin and European languages, sent to the future insights that are as relevant today… read more
“If you want to hire and retain chess players, you can’t treat them like chess pieces.” Anonymous
What a wonderful reminder of what it takes to be a leader in the 21st century. Leaders today are facing so many challenges from every direction, that they must surround themselves… read more
“You miss 100% of the shots you never take.” Wayne Gretzky
I love this quote because it’s short, to the point, true, and unforgettable. It speaks directly to the procrastinator in all of us. Especially when we know there is something we should attempt. It could be… read more
