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I have no problem admitting that I’m not perfect. There are countless things I don’t do well, and I know I have many personal flaws—just like everyone else. I’m not perfect. You’re not perfect. No one is perfect. But sometimes, without even realizing it, we expect perfection from others. Unvoiced Expectations If you’ve been …
In a recent interview with Mike Williams, President and CEO of Community Hospital Corporation, based in Plano, Texas, he informed me of the values he finds to be essential to success: Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, and Excellence. He believes in firmly establishing these values and personally discusses the importance of them with each new …
Comparison. It’s an all too common trap we all fall into throughout our lives. From the time we’re young children, we inevitably compare ourselves—our looks, smarts, talents, belongings, circumstances, etc.—to others. Falling into the Comparison Trap Falling into this comparison trap tends to have one of two outcomes: 1) we don’t measure up, so …
Tune in for the next video in my series highlighting select strengths of some of the most successful and influential people in the world—presidents of the United States of America. In this week’s video, experience the story of a very determined individual. His commitment to the task at hand and his choice to be responsive to …
Integrity is one of those words or catchphrases that gets thrown around excessively, especially in connection with leaders and leadership. We like to hear that leaders have integrity—whether they are business leaders, political leaders, community leaders, church leaders, or anyone. Integrity matters to us and I would venture to guess that most of us …
When you picture success, what does it look like? If you were to identify someone you know who you consider to be very successful, what is it that makes him or her successful in your eyes? A nice house, great job, big paycheck, fancy car, good health, Ivy League education, country club membership, exotic vacations, …
“Diligence and commitment to mission are two philosophies that result in work habits that have contributed to not just my success, but to our success.” – Mike Williams, President and CEO of Community Hospital Corporation. So how about you? What work habits do you believe are most responsible for your personal and professional success? Read …
The need to “believe in yourself” is a pretty common sentiment in our culture and society these days. From the childhood “I think I can, I think I can, I think I can” mantra of The Little Engine That Could, to the more grown-up definitions of self-belief and self-confidence, believing in oneself is considered quite …
Most of us have suffered under poor leadership at some point in our lives. Whether a boss, a coach, or even a parent, it’s a sad reality that poor leadership tends to be more prevalent than great leadership. But when we do experience great leadership, it leaves an impression. Think of a great …
What Can You Learn from Presidential Leadership? Tune in for the fifth video in my series highlighting select strengths of some of the most successful and influential people in the world—presidents of the United States of America. In this week’s video I share a story about a man who chose to press on against all adversity. …
Do you remember counting down to your birthday, Christmas, or summer vacation with so much excitement and anticipation that you drove your parents crazy? As a kid, there was always something to look forward to. The school bell at the end of the day. A family vacation to the beach. Getting your own room. Learning to …
Think about it. America has many issues, problems, and challenges. Yet several billion people—yes, billion with a B—would literally give anything and everything they have in order to live in America! We are blessed in a million different ways. Have a wonderful holiday weekend. And Happy Birthday America the Beautiful!
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