In a world of distractions and constant change, having a clear vision is the beacon that guides us towards our desired destination. It serves as a North Star, offering clarity, purpose, and motivation. How can we unlock the true potential of seeing the vision? Let’s explore six fundamental questions to help illuminate the path forward. Seeing the vision is not…
We’ve all been there — waiting until the last minute to complete a task, thinking it only affects us. However, the ripple effect of procrastination extends far beyond us. Unintentionally, our actions impact those around us, sometimes significantly. When we delay, we unknowingly disrupt schedules, burden others, and compromise the quality of collaboration. The dominoes start to fall. When we…
Success isn’t just about being talented or having good luck. Talent alone doesn’t guarantee victory, and bad luck doesn’t guarantee defeat. They do play a part, but your response will determine the outcomes in the end. Think about famous artists, inventors, and athletes. They had talent, but it was their hard work, resilience, and ability to adapt that made them…
Whoever said structure kills creativity clearly hasn’t met its partner. Picture this: creativity strutting around like a free-spirited rockstar, leather jacket, wild hair, and breaking all the rules. And who’s right there, making sure the show goes on? Structure, the unsung hero in this creative jam (by the way, this is also how Visionaries and Integrators partner). Think of structure…
In a world plagued by busy schedules and never-ending to-do lists, it’s easy to fall into the trap of making excuses to the most important people in our world. We justify our absence, our lack of commitment, or our failure to follow through with promises. Have you ever stopped to consider the cost of those excuses? Behind every unkept promise…
Life can be hard. When being intentional, we choose the hard that brings us closer to our desired future. Imagine yourself as a gardener. To grow a beautiful garden, you must dig deep, plant the seeds for what you intend to grow, and water them regularly. In the same way, we must choose the hard that will grow us in…
In the vast tapestry of life, our decisions are the threads that weave our future. Each choice we make, no matter how seemingly insignificant, has the power to alter the course of what will become reality. It’s like standing at a crossroads, with diverging paths leading to distinct destinations. If we keep treading the same well-worn path, we cannot expect…
In the realm of business, the timeless adage “as simple as possible but never simpler” resonates deeply. Coined by the legendary physicist Albert Einstein, this quote offers a fundamental principle that can guide us towards achieving success. Imagine a sailing ship navigating treacherous waters. To sail smoothly, it must find the delicate equilibrium between trimming excess weight to gain speed…
Picture this: You’re a creative genius, toiling away in your secret lair, conjuring up groundbreaking ideas that could change the world with your team. But alas, the universe has other plans for you. Suddenly, you find your work being shamelessly co-opted by someone else. Cue the dramatic music… Being a victim of creative co-option is like having your baby snatched…
It’s check in time for what I’m learning in my journey past 1000 blogs. Today, I’m keeping it simple because we’re packing for our upcoming remodel and boxes are calling my name as I write. So here they are, no preamble or tee up, though I’m still grateful to Seth Godin for the challenge! At this moment, this is it: