Category: Misc.

How to Be Generous in Business

November 17, 2014 Misc. Values
I’ve written before about generosity. It’s one of the greatest antidotes to selfishness there is. Obviously there is no shortage of needs both locally and globally. I’m also convinced that it has never been easier for the everyday leader to get involved. But the potency of individual generosity is far surpassed by…

What Does It Actually Mean to Be Generous?

November 25, 2013 Inspiration Misc.
How will you spend Thanksgiving this week? As an American holiday, it usually includes time with family and ridiculous amounts of food and football. Talk about a great combination! As we prepare to celebrate the holiday, it’s important to note that thankfulness actually encompasses four different areas: gratitude, generosity, sharing…

It’s Time to Be Generous

November 18, 2013 Inspiration Misc.
On November 7, 2013, one of the most intense storms in recorded history Typhoon Haiyan struck the Philippines. Wind gusts were estimated at 195 mph. Early estimates suggest over 10,000 people have died in the city of Tacloban alone and more than 11 million citizens have been displaced. Aid workers…

Coming in 2013

December 26, 2012 Misc.
Thank you everyone for the terrific start to the Thoughts for the Everyday Leader blog!  Since August, we’ve had over 2,400 views from 57 countries! Here’s a quick look at a few of the initiatives underway for 2013:

Article Preview: Stress Test Your Speaking Skills

November 14, 2012 Communication Misc. Public Speaking
Last year I got the opportunity to write an article for Toastmaster Magazine.  I put my heart and soul into writing a funny and helpful article that related my experiences in Army Special Operations training to the pressure of preparing a professional presentation on short notice.  I learned one thing:…

What I Learned at the Re:Write 2012 Writers Conference

September 24, 2012 Learning Misc. Networking
Last week I had the privilege to fly cross country from Washington, DC to San Diego to attend a two and a half day writers conference called Re:Write sponsored by The Fedd Agency. It featured many high-profile and incredibly well-written (and well-sold) authors, such as Ken Blanchard, Paul Young, George…