Monday Moanin Thoughts #68 Lead with Courage, Honor Our Fallen

Today we honor our heroes on this Memorial Day 2013. I can’t help but think of what character strengths our fallen held during their service to our great nation. The list of these strengths would go on and on. I think a great way to honor these men and women would be to lead by focusing on one characteristic they all shared, Courage. Read more

Monday Moanin Thoughts #67 Just Asking?

It is hard to believe that this a Mid May Monday Moanin. In some areas school is coming to a close and in Michigan around 4 weeks remain in the 2012-13 school year. This is a perfect time to just ask some questions regarding education. Some questions may be thought provoking, encouraging, and laced with frustration. Please consider reflecting on a few of them and see if they may be a good prompt for your summer planning and work. Here goes: Read more

Monday Moanin Thoughts #66 Lead Like Your Mom

Today was not a great weather day in Michigan , and yet it was still a beautiful day as we celebrated a wonderful Mother’s day. I can’t help but think on this Monday Moanin that we need to lead like our Mom’s. Every one of us can think of how our mom’s have influenced us as people and leaders. When I think of my mom, I am filled with many examples of how she influenced my leadership over the years and  she still influences me  to this day. Read more

Monday Moanin Thoughts #65 Five Quotes For Guidance

I hope all of you find good energy  on this Monday morning. The content of today’s blog is posting five of my favorite quotes that  hopefully guide you as you begin your week. They may serve as a great reminder or possibly provide you some direction as you plan for  productive experiences. Hopefully , one of these will be helpful . Read more