by wiadmin | Nov 29, 2016 | Balance of strong, Be authentic, bold and humble, Conflict, Consistency, Courage, Fear and Pride, Forgiveness, Fundamentals in leadership, Gossip, Healthy Culture, Honesty, Ken Blanchard, Leadership, Moral compromise, Relationships, Respect, Servant Leadership, Trust, Truth
The subject line might offend Louie. In fact, it might offend you as well. But let’s face it—in the heat of the recent political battle, many of us are shaking our heads while trying to understand what just happened. One thing I do know is that disrespect for people...
by wiadmin | Nov 15, 2016 | Balance of strong, Be authentic, bold and humble, Consistency, Courage, Fundamentals in leadership, Healthy Culture, Honesty, Leadership, Moral compromise, People process differently, Relationships, Respect, The LOUIE model, The PAWS model, Transparency, Trust, Unmet Expectations
Louie was not having it. He planted all four paws on the floor and would not move an inch. His face let me know he was not pleased. At all. “Louie,” I said sternly as I tried to squeeze his 40 pounds of muscle where it didn’t want to go. “This is only for two hours,...
by wiadmin | Oct 12, 2016 | Balance of strong, Be authentic, bold and humble, Conflict, Forgiveness, Fundamentals in leadership, Gossip, Healthy Culture, Honesty, Moral compromise, Relationships, Trust
Louie and I went for an early morning walk. I was eager to get in some exercise ahead of a busy client day. Just as we crossed the street in front of a wooded area, I heard a screeching sound, as though two cats were fighting. Without hesitation, Lou ran as fast as he...