Memorial Day weekend 1977 opened with an intergalactic bang as George Lucas’ blockbuster Star Wars hit movie theaters across America. The incredible success of the first movie, which received seven Oscars and earned nearly $800 million worldwide, began with brilliant marketing of a groundbreaking thought: Let’s create a revolutionary movie-watching experience, complete with never-before-seen specialRead more
Mindsets shape the worlds we create for ourselves. They influence the lives we lead, the actions we take, and our future possibilities. Our mindset is our unique set of assumptions-our world view and philosophy of life. Any mindset starts with a simple belief about ourselves that guides our lives. Our beliefs about ourselves and ourRead more
Recently, I began working with a very impressive construction professional named Parick. In his mid-thirties, Patrick has already distinguished himself as a seasoned top performer. He’s just not quite seasoned enough. With a few more years of experience-about five-he will be in a position to assume almost any leadership role in his company. Because thisRead more
My local burger restaurant recently installed a state-of-the art Coke machine. A big screen displays about ten different options for ice, Coke, its various forms, lemonade, and Sprite. Customers can even opt to mix the different drinks in whatever formula they like. Leaders should offer several options for people to get what they want fromRead more
Years ago, I worked for a boss who would have told you how much he admired, encouraged, and inspired discretionary effort. And he would have been wrong on all counts. However, he would have also told you that he went to great lengths to hire highly motivated people who would ensure his success as aRead more
