In college, I purchased a beta fish to keep me company in my dorm room. I'd never owned any sort of animal, so it was my first time navigating the waters to care for someone else. With the recommendations from the store associate, I purchased the tank, special beta fish blood worms (not sure if... Continue Reading →
Boosting Your Collective Impact Quotient
I don't enjoy buying clothes. I used to, but now it feels like a hassle with finding the right size and trying it on only to find out I've gained more weight than in the past. But, I had to buy a few new suits in the past month. It's not that I outgrew the... Continue Reading →
The Art of Reflection: Review – Reflect – Act
French impressionist Claude Monet is known by his amazing brush strokes to create such vibrant works, such as the Water Lilies (right) from his home. Yet, many may not have known that he had eye problems in the form of cataracts that prevented clear eyesight when creating his best works of art. In battling the... Continue Reading →
Coaching Others to Look In
As I continue to share with others about my leadership philosophy and passion, I build on my focus in "Coaching Up Leaders". I have given numerous presentations on this topic based on my experiences and learning over the years. I've found that, regardless of the position you hold and vocation you are in, you always... Continue Reading →
Leaders Gotta Look Back!
On May 30, 1911, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway held the Inaugural Indianapolis 500. Although there is controversy surrounding the winner of the race and methods taken by the winner, Ray Hourron's ingenuity and innovative idea transformed how we all drive today. Among the other cars arriving that morning for the race, Ray's car had a... Continue Reading →