They do exist If I have learned anything from this years NCAA March Madness tournament, I’ve learned that miracles do exist. Although my bracket is completely busted (I know I’m not alone), I have made some observations from the first few rounds that may have lead to these miracles happening. This week in my #CJJblog […]
Did you enjoy the Super Bowl? The Super Bowl gave us a fantastic game with a lot to analyze. My biggest takeaways revolved around leadership. Any time there is a big game or event, leadership likely plays a major role in the success and failures of those involved. Super Bowl LII was no different. Over
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Are you a go-giver? We have all heard of the term “go-getter,” but have you thought of ever being a “go-giver?” In business, you must give before you get. I challenge you to set more giving goals in 2018 and become more valuable to those around you. Seek to be more open to helping others
Do you have a plan for the holidays? Like most people, one of the things I look forward to most during the holiday season is the food. Thanksgiving gets it all started, then Christmas dinner, leftovers, and New Year’s Eve is the proverbial cherry on top. It’s a dangerous time for someone like me who
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How do you handle failure? Nobody likes failure. We strive to be great and when we fall short, it can be a very difficult time. Throughout my years in coaching and being a professional speaker, I have learned to embrace failure and accept it as a reality of life. In order to persevere and get
How do you show your team you care? Being a loyal leader can be tough at times. When things get chaotic and you are faced with tough decisions, how do you stay focused on the things that matter. Being loyal is really a simple task if you just focus on a few things. In this
Do you have grit? There are many ways to measure grit. Whether you are enduring something in your life or trying to accomplish something great on the athletic field, some determination and heart will likely be required. Throughout my years as a basketball coach, I discovered that grit is a fantastic indicator of future success.
How are you involved with your professional organization? As a professional in our field, there are groups and organizations available to us we can utilize to grow our careers. Are you a member of your professional organization? If not, I highly suggest you look into it. The resources and opportunities for advancement are immense. For
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What makes business conferences great? As a member of the growing business community, I find it very important to attend seminars and conferences to help advance my career. Some conferences can be duds while others make you feel lucky just to be alive. I attended and spoke at one of the best leadership conferences of
How do you appreciate your family members? Last week, I went on a wonderful trip to Hawai’i with my wife and son. We had a wonderful time sight-seeing and spending quality time together, which I don’t get to do as often now (my son currently lives in California). It got me to thinking about my
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