I am picking persimmons this morning before the deer eat them and I am reminded. Some people are not ready yet, and others are ripe for putting to work. You have to know their fruit, and you have to utilize them correctly. You cannot make apple pies using bananas. You also have to check on […]
People spend way to much time trying to improve things they are not good at doing. Save yourself some time and empower others that are good at it and let them shine. I have to admit there are things I am poor at. Why would I waste my time when I can be excelling in
Ever get asked, “What do you have going on big?” I challenge you to two things. #1. Dream big and strive for big things. #2. Mentor someone. Your professional and personal expertise is valued more than gold. There are so many people “starving” for knowledge and attention at work, in your community, in your church
Simple plain truth. People deserve respect and honor. Even when people are wrong or guilty they deserve your professional respect. Don’t destroy your leadership testimony. #lead #respect #showrespect
Invest in something, because if you don’t you’re investing in nothing! #go #lead #grow #safety #truth
Everyone has a story ~ Often we just need to ask people to tell it. Someone has been there done that. Don’t allow the experiences of your people to be silenced. #grow #lead #engage
Simple truth #46 You will not make everyone happy. Do what is right, and do not worry about the emotion of the offended. Truth affects everyone and often offends the violator. You can still educate and grow those people just don’t allow expected emotions to overrule the investment in the truth. #safety #lead #grow
Most people look for recognition. If you don’t give it some will seek out negative recognition to fill that void. It’s crazy but its true. Deal out some fist bumps, some high fives, or some “atta boys” this morning. Be sincere and specific ~ live in the present. #fantheflame #lead #grow
Don’t play favorites. I see far to often the greatest mechanism to the destruction of leadership is foul play when it comes to the treatment of people. It will destroy your character and credibility. #truthbomb #lead #fantheflame #grow
Don’t squash someone’s dream unless you’re riding in their passenger seat. LOL. Have a great Monday. Don’t take everything so serious. Be approachable my friends. # #truth #team #fantheflame
Share your knowledge. Selfishness only hurts others….. People always ask why do share powerpoints, training plans, photos, and videos? My answer is simple – so others will learn and share. #safety #lead #fantheflame
Watching drivers on the interstate texting, posting, reading, eating and rubbernecking. Folks, there is protection between you and them other than a patch of grass or stripe of paint. Drive with purpose and leave yourself an escape route. Don’t take your eyes off the road except to check your mirrors and gauges. Nuff said! No.
