Leadership

School Principals Matter

Posted Mon, 04/11/2011 - 02:09 by Dave Barry

The nation won't achieve its goals for student success unless we pay more attention to preparing and supporting school principals.

It Takes Clear Vision to Create a Masterpiece

Posted Sat, 03/05/2011 - 15:54 by Dave Barry

It Takes Clear Vision to Create a Masterpiece

By John C. Maxwell

In 1882, construction began on Barcelona's Sagrada Familia. 129 years later, the cathedral remains unfinished! The church has already been named a UNESCO World Heritage site and attracts more than 2 million visitors each year. Yet, officials estimate another 15 years will be needed to complete it. That the project has attracted the interest of donors, architects, and builders for more than a century testifies to the powerful vision of its designer, Antoni Gaudí.

Changes Worth Making

Posted Sat, 03/05/2011 - 15:52 by Dave Barry

Changes Worth Making

Comfort lulls us into complacency. We get accustomed to routine or familiar with a role, so we settle in. As leaders, we must relentlessly challenge ourselves not to let ease and security dissuade us from making the changes necessary to fulfill our vision.

Self Destructive Leaders

Posted Thu, 05/06/2010 - 22:08 by Dave Barry

Self Destructive Leaders by Tim Elmore 

The Four-Letter Word that Makes You and Your Work Irresistible

Posted Fri, 04/16/2010 - 01:01 by Dave Barry

The Four-Letter Word that Makes You and Your Work Irresistible Mark Sanborn, CSP, CPAE

LOVE is a four-letter word in the business world. It makes us uncomfortable. It seems inappropriate or even taboo.

It can also make you and your work irresistible.

Let me explain:

Some years ago I wrote a book about an extraordinary individual who loves his work. My editor at the time deleted the word love every place I used it. Instead, he suggested using the phrase "generosity of spirit."

"Why not love?" I inquired.

"Because the word love freaks out businesspeople," he responded.