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Regarding the Millennials, We’re in Fine Hands

Much has been written about the challenges of four generations currently in the work force:  Veterans/Matures (1928-1945), Boomers (1946-1964), Gen X (1965-1980), and Millennials (1981-1999).  I have heard many say...
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We’re Here But A Blink

I hadn't been to the place I was born in 40 years, and my recent visit happened to coincide with my birthday and visiting my Grandma's grave.  Reflection accompanies reminders...
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Elusive Wisdom

I spent part of my Labor Day in solitude backpacking and climbing a 14er near Aspen, Colorado.  Not many people climb 14ers by themselves, but I cherish the self-reliant aspects...
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Purpose Drives HPT – High Performing Team

Last week I wrote about a new venture I'm starting and how fortunate I am to be associated with a great team.  Last week, I had the opportunity to see...
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Like Peas and Carrots – Entrepreneurship and Gratitude

I am in the process of launching a new venture with some terrific partners.  I say I am in the process, because we aren't having a seminal event to launch. ...
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Does exercise actually make people better leaders?

Entering the army at age of 17 made me a student of leadership.  Leading by example meant being physically fit - an army requirement to be a "leader with presence."...
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Leadership & Entrepreneurship in Ireland – Day Fifteen

We toured The Dail today, and met with Deputy Bernard Durkan, a TD For Kildare North.  He has quite the gift for a good historical story that relates to current...
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Leadership & Entrepreneurship in Ireland – Day Thirteen

Last year when we were in Dublin, the Queen visited.  This year, we're in Belfast for her visit, which was just as historic as she shook hands with an ex-IRA...
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Leadership & Entrepreneurship in Ireland – Day Twelve

The Belfast Team presented their final analysis and recommendations to the Maildistiller CEO today regarding a channel strategy, and received excellent feedback!  Now we need to learn the following from...
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Leadership & Entrepreneurship in Ireland – Day Eleven

The teams are back to work today, and we received terrific feedback from the Wavebob CEO on the work of the Dublin Team!  I will be with the Belfast Team...
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