by Barry | Jan 30, 2013 | Awareness, Character, Communication, Leadership, Listening, Purpose, Trust, Vision
This is the second of four posts discussing David Horsager’s book “The Trust Edge.” How Top Leaders Gain Faster Results, Deeper Relationships, and a stronger Bottom Line. The basic premise of the book is that when we build trust, we gain a...
by Barry | Jan 23, 2013 | Accountability, Character, Decision Making, Engagement, Influence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Relationships, Trust
One of the mastermind groups I am participating in was created by my friend Paul and it based on Michael Hyatt’s book Platform. We have challenged ourselves to read and mastermind on twelve books this year all focused on living and working with integrity while...
by Barry | Jan 7, 2013 | Awareness, Character, Communication, Intentionality, Leadership, Listening, Relationships, Respect, Trust
My wife Michelle and I made a quick trip to Seattle this weekend to celebrate the marriage of the daughter of some of our closest friends. We have attended several weddings now that have included the generation that our kid’s belong to. Although we still refer...
by Barry | Nov 19, 2012 | Accountability, Character, Communication, Decision Making, Leadership, Relationships, Respect, Responsibility, Trust
I was at my church life group last week and we were discussing faith and deeds and how what we think does not always translate to how we act. Jeff, one of my best friends over the last twenty-five years made the following statement, “Truth is forgettable if not...
by Barry | Nov 2, 2012 | Awareness, Brand, Character, Decision Making, Influence, Leadership, Respect, Trust
Does your audio match your video? I love that question. If you don’t understand it or have not heard it before, it is asking if your actions match your words. We all know that person who says things that are not even close to how they act. I wonder if these people...
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...