Want to learn a little secret about leadership?

Want to learn a little secret about leadership? Expect far more of yourself than anyone else ever will. Very simple, but very effective. With that mentality, you will transform into being the hardest worker in the room. And when you’re the hardest worker in the room.. People will be PULLED, not PUSHED to follow you. […]

Leadership is influence

Leadership is influence Nothing more or less in the words of NY Times Best Selling Author John Maxwell. If you can influence, you can lead. The best part? Creating influence is a skill.  Just like reading or writing. Be a student of it and ensure to keep digesting & implementing this weekly content to improve […]

Emotions are a powerful tool.

In leading yourself, realize that emotions are a powerful tool. Unfortunately, many people let their emotions take control and why they get a bad rap in leadership (rightfully so). But as a leader, you have to do the opposite. Embrace your emotions as that what makes you human.  Use them as a tool for growth.  […]

Leadership is about solving problems

Candidly, I have to remind myself of this on the tough days which many times are more often than the lighter ones. Leadership at its core is about solving problems. The bigger problems you can solve, the better leader you will become. And consequently, the more money income you will receive.  Thus, do not complain […]

Leading from the front

Leading from the front. As a leader, it’s essential you develop delegation skills. Ultimately, you are orchestrating your team’s performance so you need to have a higher-level perspective of the entire mission. This skill will aid you in ensuring better execution for the benefit of your team, clients, and following. Although the dichotomy of leadership […]

“There are no bad teams, only bad leaders

“There are no bad teams, only bad leaders.” – Jocko Willink This is a tough pill to swallow for any young leader, but it’s the truth. The leader’s attitude sets the tone for the entire team.  The leader drives performance – or doesn’t.  This applies not just to the most senior leader of an overall […]

“Early to Bed, Early to Rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.”

I read this quote by Benjamin Franklin in the fall of 2003. It stuck with me deep in my subconscious but I admittedly I didn’t take action until 2008. Although single-handedly, it’s made me a better leader of myself primarily, which is 70% of leadership And then consequently a better leader of others as a […]

“Leadership Strategy & Tactics” by Jocko Willink

I’ve recently been re-reading Jocko Willinks book “Leadership Strategy & Tactics” and was reminded of some combat leadership takeaways which applies to you, our team, company and mission. Please read 2x times over! Cover and move. This principle applies to teamwork. Ultimately no one can do everything alone. A team works together towards a common […]