Do You Know How to Put the “Good” in Goodbye?
Here’s an indisputable fact of life. Eventually, when it comes to work, almost every one of your relationships (yes, even the most awesome ones) will come to an end. People relocate. Organizations merge. Better opportunities come along. People get promoted. Business environments change. Creative differences emerge. And even though you might not be able to fathom this right now, it’s going to happen.
The Huge Difference Between Can’t and Won’t
Chew on this.Great leaders don’t succeed because they are great.They succeed because they bring out the best in others.I absolutely LOVE this insight because it captures what the great game of leadership is all about. With this in mind, repeat after me…
Are You Fit to Lead?
Your body is an engineering marvel.It’s the Mona Lisa, Davinci’s David, a Rolex Daytona 6239, and an Aston Martin DB5 (think James Bond!) all rolled into one. And while we are living in the mind-blowing age of AI, nothing compares to the earthly intricacy, power, and potential of the human body (YOUR human body!).
Are You A Believing, Difference Maker?
By definition, believing is the act of accepting something as true, real, or valid, often based on conviction rather than absolute proof.
Said differently, when you really, honestly, and truly believe that something is possible, you actually begin to see it take shape right before your very eyes—even though it hasn’t happened yet.
With this as the background, there’s absolutely no doubt in my mind that Herb Brooks was a true, believing difference-maker.
To be sure, his belief that the U.S. hockey team could win gold in Lake Placid was absolute, intense, and unwavering.
The One Sentence That Best Describes a Leader of LIGHT
Leaders of LIGHT are remarkable people.
How so?
First, Leaders of LIGHT are dealers in hope.
And, as dealers in hope, Leaders of LIGHT make darn sure that everyone around them understands that tomorrow is going to be better than today.
Still Face: What Mothers and Infants Can Teach Us About Leading With LIGHT
Entitled “Still Face,” Tronick’s research methodology was insanely simple.
Here’s how author Peg Streep describes it.
A baby is seated facing her mother and the mother is talking, smiling, and making eye contact.
Not surprisingly, the infant responds by vocalizing, smiling back, and pointing at things in the room.
Now here’s where things get interesting.
G-E-T F-O-C-U-S-E-D in 2026!
There’s an old adage that goes, “Tell me what you pay attention to and I will tell you who you are.” No question about it, this observation is a show-stopper. And perhaps the very best thing about this insight is that it’s absolutely, undeniably, and totally true.
What’s Your Superpower?
Your superpower is the thing that sets you apart from everyone else. It could be your ability to bring out the best in others. Or it might be your creativity. Maybe it’s your grit, tenacity, and ability to get things done (and done right!). Perhaps it’s your ability to see around corners and identify what the future holds. Whatever it is, rest assured, you have a superpower.
What’s Love Got to Do With It?
I think the Beatles had it right. All any of us really needs is love. After all, real love (the kind of love that Leaders of LIGHT possess!) is the one true transformative force that has the power to heal hurts, resolve conflicts, inspire courage, and put the needs of others first.
Five Ways to Find Your Focus
If you want to be an exceptional leader, you’ll have to come to grips with an indisputable reality. Your energy flows where your attention goes. Said differently, whatever you choose to focus on is where your precious energy will be spent.