As Leaders of LIGHT, we get paid to make sure that all the trains run on time. Some days, it’s easy. Some days, it’s not. And some days, despite our best efforts, we just need a little help. And that’s where caffeine comes in.

The quality of your leadership will be reflected in the standards you set for yourself.

For decades, researchers have been obsessed with finding out what separates great leaders from just good ones. And now we may have the answer.

Here’s a great quote for today: “When your diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. When your diet is correct, medicine is of no need.”

This just in: Exercise and physical activity are linked to leadership effectiveness. And get this: According to the Center for Creative Leadership, leaders who are physically fit are considered by their boards, bosses, peers, and direct reports to be more effective leaders than those who aren’t.