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. …
I recently had the honor and privilege to interview Chris Van Gorder, President and CEO of Scripps Health, one of America’s most prestigious health systems. The one-hour interview, which was filmed and will be shared later on AmericasHealthcareLeaders.com, took place at the Scripps Health corporate office in San Diego California. I thoroughly enjoyed the interview. Chris …
I recently had the honor and privilege to interview Chris Van Gorder, President and CEO of Scripps Health, one of America’s most prestigious health systems. The one-hour interview, which was filmed and will be shared later on AmericasHealthcareLeaders.com, took place at the Scripps Health corporate office in San Diego California. I thoroughly enjoyed the interview. Chris …
Photo credit: Evan Forester on Flickr, under CC license I recently conducted and filmed an interesting, in-depth interview with Glen Hall, Senior Vice President of Sales at MD Buyline. During our discussion, Glen made this important point: “Be absolutely sure that you, as a leader, and that you and your colleagues, as an organization, are …
What Can You Learn from Presidential Leadership? Tune in for the fourth 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 stayed true to himself and his core values. …
Last week, I had the honor and privilege to conduct a 90-minute video interview with Mike Williams, president and CEO of the highly successful Community Hospital Corporation headquartered in Plano, Texas. Mike is the founding president and CEO—in fact, the very first employee—and has now served Community Hospital Corporation for 18 years! In addition to …
It was an honor and pleasure to interview Glen Hall, Senior Vice President of Sales at MD Buyline last week. The interview was conducted and videotaped in Dallas. Short, highly relevant video segments from the interview will be published later this year on AmericasHealthcareLeaders.com. Glen is an interesting, articulate, thoughtful, and successful senior leader. He is …
What Can You Learn from Presidential Leadership? Tune in for the third 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 young man who, after his dream career came to an abrupt halt, chose to channel his focus, drive, and determination in a new direction. Click to watch the video!
...Many leaders continually endeavor to “force-fit” their definitions of personal and professional success on the people who follow them and the organizations they lead. Inevitably, every such leader fails! These leaders fail to acknowledge, understand, and properly leverage the powerful, inevitable, and everlasting truth regarding success. Author Kristin Kaufman addresses this critically important subject in her recent …
What Can You Learn from Presidential Leadership? Tune in for the second in my series of videos 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 young congressman who made a tough decision, then stood behind …
Recently, I once again found myself reading and learning from the incredible leadership and success of Ray Kroc. As you may know, Ray Kroc was the driving force behind the establishment of the McDonald’s Corporation, and the huge, worldwide success of McDonald’s restaurants—and the fast food industry in general. If you have forgotten or are unfamiliar with …
Most leaders have heard of Rotary International’s four-way test. Many leaders have heard the four-way test repeated over and over as they nod their head in agreement and support. Unfortunately, many leaders do not model, respect, live, and lead in accordance with the four-way test. Oh how this world desperately needs men and women who …
Tune in for the first in a series of videos 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 young West Point cadet and an ordinary yet significant event that impacted the rest of his life. Click to hear how one young man learned a valuable lesson, and how what he learned grew to become one of his greatest strengths.
...Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of a best-selling series of books that chronicled her pioneer childhood in the late 1800s, proved that it is never too late to accomplish great things and to become a highly successful, influential leader. Wilder left a literary legacy that has positively influenced millions of people—both young and old—for generations. Her books …
I am currently reading what I consider to be an excellent book. It is titled Is This Seat Taken? It’s Never Too Late To Find The Right Seat by Kristin S. Kaufman. The book was written for people who find themselves in circumstances not planned, not expected, not necessarily desired, and they are asking themselves, “What am I going …
I was recently reminded of one of the most powerful leadership principles ever encountered: “If you have a big enough why, the how becomes easy.” Most leaders, organizations, and people focus on the “how.” Take a look at the titles and focus of millions of books, articles, and blogs. Take a look at the titles and focus of thousands of …
Jon Gordon recently published a listing of actionable, high-impact thoughts regarding teamwork. The article is titled, “11 Thoughts About Teamwork,” and was published in Jon Gordon’s Weekly Newsletter. As you know, leadership is not a solitary journey. Leaders, by the very definition of the term, work with other people all the time! So without a doubt, strong teamwork …
I recently had the opportunity to conduct an in-depth interview with Dave Edwards, Vice President of Supplier Relations/Business Development at Premier, Inc. Dave is not only a thoughtful and articulate leader, he is unusually passionate and is definitely “all in” regarding his personal, professional, and organizational mission and role at Premier. Throughout the entire 65-minute interview, one …
Throughout his life, President Herbert Hoover demonstrated profound determination and perseverance. Born into poverty and orphaned as a young boy, Hoover was determined to create a better life. In his own words, Hoover’s boyhood ambition was “to be able to earn my own living, without the help of anybody, anywhere.” Raised a Quaker, he soon …
Leaders: Are You Teaching This Critical Reality? Excellent leaders know that if they influence and change the perceptions of those they lead, they will change the reality of those they lead. Excellent leaders clearly understand that perception is reality! Not only do they understand that perception is reality, they also clearly understand that they can …