by Barry | Jan 2, 2013 | 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth, Accountability, Character, Coaching, Influence, Inspiration, Leadership, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Relationships, Success
The Law of Modeling says that “It’s hard to Improve When You Have No One but Yourself to Follow.” Who do you look to as a role model? Is it someone who has achieved financial security? Maybe it’s someone who has a good family life. Perhaps...
by Barry | Oct 29, 2012 | Attitude, Empowerment, Influence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Success
How do you define real success? I find it interesting how many different answers I get to this question. Let me first say that I do not think there are any wrong answers to the question. Success means something different to everyone. Some may have it connected to...
by Barry | Oct 26, 2012 | Awareness, Coaching, Communication, Engagement, Influence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Listening, Relationships
I was recently involved in a conversation with my coaching mentor on the topic of self leadership. The conversation was related to the coaching process but it struck me that the practice of self-leadership is really something that we need to incorporate into all...
by Barry | Oct 9, 2012 | Accountability, Awareness, Character, Communication, Empowerment, Influence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Listening, Purpose, Respect, Trust, Vision
I have always been intrigued by managers who think they are leaders simply because of their title. In fact, I find it interesting how many people think their title not only defines them but entitles them to certain rights. Two words that I think describe any great...
by Barry | Sep 26, 2012 | 21 Laws, Awareness, Decision Making, Empowerment, Influence, Inspiration, Leadership, Leadership Development, Legacy, Teamwork, Vision
Nothing is more important in my reading and writing than Leadership Development and the growth that results from it. Why? Because just like John Maxwell says, “Everything Rises and Falls on Leadership.” Now that I am in my mid-forties, I can see a major...