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Words Matter

When you hear a leader make similar points in meetings with different audiences, you know you’re hearing what they really think. You’re gaining insight into their character, too. Words matter. Pay attention to what others say and to what you say. “What You Say To Others Creates A Ripple Effect In The WorldSuccessful people speak words of

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Life lessons

This is so true. “The difference between school and life? In school, you’re taught a lesson and then given a test. In life, you’re given a test that teaches you a lesson.” ~ Tom Bodett

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Everything is always

My friend Lori was in western North Carolina when Hurricane Helene hit. It was unknown territory to her because she lives in Virginia. She finished her business and was heading to Charlotte, but the drive didn’t go as easily as expected. She kept running into roads that were flooded or mudded. She dreaded driving through

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Young people

I have been impressed lately with young people working in restaurants, stores, banks and other places. It is evident they want to do a good job. I spoke with two small business leaders, a retail store owner and a restaurant manager. The restaurant manager said they were thrilled with their new server. She is consistently

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Your thoughts

Thoughts, ideas, possibilities abound within you waiting for you to pay attention to them. The really good ones need quiet time to surface.   Quiet time is vital time. We all need it. When do you allow yourself to experience it? It can be moments, minutes, hours. It is easy (a bad habit for many of

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