Incivility is becoming a dangerous norm. We have politicians acting with blatant disrespect. We have media attacking other media for what gets reported and how. We have events at which people shout down speakers whose views they disagree with. And we have
Commitment
The Mindset of Those who are Intensely Committed
How committed are you to winning?
It’s a question I’ve asked thousands of business leaders. The overwhelming response – unsurprisingly – is “100% committed”, “totally committed”, “all in”.
Why There is No “Hope” for Your Business
I always cringe when I hear statements like:
“I hope our digital media campaign drives sales.”
“I hope we can find a solid replacement for our VP of HR.”
“I hope the new software will improve our productivity.”
Why Failure Can Be a Gift
Failure can be a gift. But only for those who see failure as an opportunity to reflect, analyze, refocus, and commit to what needs to be done.
How to Keep Improving, Keep Getting Stronger
In 1962, the General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Punch Imlach, knew that his team had to improve to win the Stanley Cup. Prior to the start of the season he wrote to each player requiring they, “… report (to training camp) in good condition
Why You’re Not as Committed as You Think You Are
I often start a presentation to organizational leaders by asking a question: How committed are you to winning? Unsurprisingly, almost everyone says they’re “totally committed”, “100% committed”, “all-in”, things of that sort.
How to Grow a Business by Cultivating a Culture
I love it when I come across someone who is genuinely, viscerally, passionate about his or her business. Invariably, people like this never view their business as merely a business. Their purpose is always grounded in something deeper.
The Ingredients of an Impeccable Restaurant
The restaurant business is notoriously fickle. Chefs come and go, gastronomic trends emerge and wane, and reputations rise and fall based on whims of fashion as much as experiences delivered.
The Difference Between Very, Very Good and The Best
The Olympic Games are a wonderful showcase of the possibilities of human performance. And of how thread-fine the margin can be between being the best, and not. When I think of the Olympics I often think of the greatest sprinter you’ve never heard of.
A Test of Commitment
Decision time.
We started at 3:45 a.m. and had now been hiking and climbing for over 11 hours. Our objective was to traverse the northernmost 10 peaks of Colorado’s Tenmile Range in a single push. Ten summits, all over 12,000 feet, across 16 miles.
What Makes a Great Leader?
What does it take to be a great leader? A quick search online provides the answer: There are exactly 22 qualities (according to a 3/2016 Entrepreneur article). Or is it 9 traits (Inc., 1/2014)? Could it be only 10 qualities (Forbes, 12/2012)?
Why Every Leader Should Suffer
Excellence. In any field of endeavor, excellence requires intense commitment. To go beyond the comfortable, go beyond the convenient. To sacrifice, to push one’s limits.
To suffer.