When is leadership successful?
When is leadership successful? This is a question I ask myself over and over….how do I know I have been successful in my role leading…
Author: Sterling Martin
Values – Are you paying the right price?
I recently had a conversation with a very smart younger person who works with clients and their organizations to design establish their values as they…
Success vs Excellence – Which is your measuring stick?
“Success is measuring yourself against other people. Excellence is measuring yourself against your own potential.” This quote comes from Tim Tassopoulos an executive with the…
When do I ask Why?
Normally “why?” is not an appropriate question when people are in crisis as it causes us to look backwards instead of forwards. There does come…
Bring the Rain
The Pessimist will say “this storm will never end” or “it will sink me eventually.” The Optimist knows that anything can change and that a…
Where’s the Passion?
Are you passionate? Are you fearful? Do you see possibility? Or do you only see a chance to fail? As John Maxwell has taught, people…
The Skill (not trait) of Confidence
There is a lot in here today so take the time to really understand. If any of you lack confidence, then build your hope because…
Lesson from the Voice – How to Make a Chair Turn
Have you ever wondered what makes TV shows like ‘The Voice’ and similar programs like ‘American Idol’ be so successful in having talented people line…
What Fear Won’t Tell You
Fear is a popular topic that comes up in counselling and in my coaching practice. What is the cost of our fear? How many of…
Win on the Inside First
When I teach about success, it means more than money – it’s the ability to create a result in your life in whatever area you…