Many lessons here: “Cycling isn’t a game, it’s a sport. Tough, hard and unpitying, and it requires great sacrifices. One plays football, or tennis, or hockey. One doesn’t play at cycling.”— Jean de Gribaldy “If…
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History and the environment are tied together.
Does history shape the environment or does the environment shape history? I believe that both perspectives are true. Therefore, be careful with the decisions you make and be aware of the impact of your actions….
Creativity needs to be nurtured.
Creativity is a skill that can be nurtured and developed. Simply seeing something from another perspective is often all that is needed to generate a fresh idea. Pressure can stimulate creativity. So can solitude. I…
Fixing politics? Create a common vision.
Taking on the challenge of fixing politics is a daunting task. It’s a leadership problem. As a leader, where do you start? Considering that in the age of social media that change generally comes from…
Revolutions require principles.
Considering the contentious nature of the current presidential campaigns being run by both the Democratic and Republican candidates, I found the following quote interesting. By all accounts, we’re living through what seems like a revolutionary…
Your values drive your strategy and tactics.
Thinking strategically is different than thinking tactically. Your core values help tie them together and help frame your options. Know what drives you.