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On this day in 1790, we lost one of the most important and influential leaders our country has ever seen: Benjamin Franklin. Benjamin Franklin had a crucial role in America’s development. Many Americans know more about Franklin than they do about most American presidents– and he was never even president! His inventions and scientific discoveries […]

I came across this quote the other day, and it makes a great point about leadership. Read it, and take a moment to think about what it means. Does that seem a little unfair to you? It is unfair– but that’s the point. Some people think that being a leader means you take all the […]

In a recent blog of his, Terry St. Marie makes a terrific point about leadership: it’s about teaching, not telling. Anyone can bark orders or boss people around, but a true leader demonstrates, shows, and, well, leads. Think back to some of the leaders you’ve had in your life, both good and bad. Did they […]

What a day!!! Last week I had the pleasure of hosting an event where a world record was broken. One by one, 850 people fell back onto 850 mattresses like dominoes. The event was set up by La Quinta Inns & Suites and Simmons Bedding Company, who donated all the mattresses to local charities. Great […]

Instead of needing success to be happy, can happiness bring success? According to Shawn Achor, that’s exactly the kind of mindset we need to take. In his talk “The Happy Secret to Better Work,” Shawn suggests reversing the role of happiness in our lives, using it as a catalyst for more happiness and success, rather […]

Even natural leaders need to develop their leadership skills. Everyone makes mistakes, and the best leaders are no different. Here are five mistakes that leaders (especially new ones) make most often. Rock on!!