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On this day in leadership history in 1981, Herschel Walker of the University of Georgia took out an insurance policy with Lloyd’s of London. The all-American was insured for one million dollars. What’s the leadership lesson? Think of the ways that honorable leaders can protect and nurture their best people. Start with making a heart […]
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“Sometimes, struggles are exactly what we need in our life. If we were to go through our life without any obstacles, we would be crippled. We would not be as strong as what we could have been. Give every opportunity a chance, leave no room for regrets.” – Friedrich Nietzsche
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The phrase “Trust but verify” was made famous by Ronald Reagan in December 1987 after the signing of the INF Treaty with Mikhail Gorbachev. This phrase means that there is a finite chance that the person either did not understand or is not capable of performing as expected, so you must verify. Others believe that […]
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Are you an honorable leader seeking a stronger connection with your team? How could you be a “launcher” who impacts and influences another person’s career? Dr. Richard Boyatzis shows conclusively that relationship connections help people create change that is holistic and sustainable. We’re excited because now we can better understand and be even more […]
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Having challenges connecting with your team today (or family, for that matter)? Remember the 4C’s! This graphic is based on the award-winning book, Engage with Honor: Building a Culture of Courageous Accountability. Purchase your copies in the Online Store.
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We’re celebrating the release of the new Engage with Honor Group Training Guide as a self-study leadership development course for your team. 11 Sessions that go step-by-step through the Courageous Accountability Model. Learn more and download a free sample in the Leading with Honor Store –
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On this day in leadership history in 1984, U.S. President Ronald Reagan was preparing for his weekly radio broadcast when, during testing of the microphone, the President said of the Soviet Union, “My fellow Americans, I am pleased to tell you that I just signed legislation that would outlaw Russia forever. We begin bombing in […]
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“In an incredibly busy and often results-focused world of the 21st century, it’s easy to overlook the power that we have to inspire others by connecting with their hearts.” – Lee Ellis
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You may be missing it! Each month, Lee provides free leadership video coaching on a variety of leadership and life topics. In the last few coaching clips, he’s also featured other thought leaders discussing topics that can motivate and inspire us all. Sign up to begin receiving monthly coaching in your inbox – your contact […]
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In this interview clip, Lee and board advisor and speaker, Tony Mitchell, discuss the tremendous payoff of connecting with the hearts of your team and colleagues. This soft skill is for everyone if you want hard, bottom line results and productivity. Please watch this month’s Leading with Honor Coaching. Please comment throughout this video using […]
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The longer I live, the more convinced I am of the power of connection—and especially connections of the heart. Unlike computers, rocks and steel, we humans have emotions and spirits that can be lifted, energized and ignited by a relational connection. We know that but grossly underestimate the power of those connections. Our Strongest Connections […]
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We’ve just released the new “Engage with Honor Group Training Guide” as a self-study leadership development course for your team. Used with the award-winning book, Engage with Honor, this training guide provides everything you need to build a culture of courageous accountability. Download a free sample Purchase your copies in the Leading with Honor Store. […]
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On this day in leadership history in 1944, Nazi police raided a house in Amsterdam and arrested eight people. Anne Frank, a teenager at the time, was one of the people arrested. Her diary would be published after her death. What’s the leadership lesson? Honorable, courageous leaders come in all ages and levels of experience. […]
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“I’d rather have a lot of talent and a little experience than a lot of experience and a little talent.” —John Wooden, Legendary UCLA Basketball Coach
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A ‘Leading with Honor’ Frequently Asked Question – “In your book Engage with Honor, you highlight values such as character and courage. Please expand on the importance of these principles for modern-day leaders and why having courage is so important.” Lee Ellis’ Answer – “In my book, Engage with Honor: Building a Culture of Courageous […]
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Here are 4 quick tips for better leadership authenticity from author and leadership consultant, Phil Eastman. First, there are three major barriers: First, we live in an image saturated world with few opportunities to see, recognize and celebrate authentic leadership. When character discussions arise, they are almost always directed negatively rather than focused on the […]
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Why does humor in the workplace make financial sense? Because it works. And in a world where 83 percent of Americans feel stressed at work, 55 percent of Americans are unsatisfied with their jobs, and 47 percent of Americans struggle to stay happy, something has to change. What’s at stake? Close to a trillion dollars […]
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NEW RESOURCE! We’ve just released the new Engage with Honor Group Training Guide as a self-study leadership development course for your team. Used with the award-winning book, Engage with Honor, this training guide provides everything you need to build a culture of courageous accountability. Purchase your copy in the Online Store Download a free training […]
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On this day in leadership history in 2006, researchers announced that two ancient reptiles had been found off Australia. The Umoonasaurus and Opallionectes were the first of their kind to be found in the period soon after the Jurassic era. What’s the leadership lesson? Honorable leaders are open to new ideas and discoveries in their […]
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“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” – Pablo Picasso
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Explore the in-depth infographic on this topic, and spend some time evaluating and building your resilience. View the Infographic Purchase a copy of the Leading with Honor book
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Free Assessment Report Offer – self-awareness is the foundational first step in personal and professional growth, and it’s the basis for all training and consulting that Leading with Honor does. As a free offer to our friends and colleagues, take the online ‘Leading with Honor Report’ to get a snapshot of your leadership strengths and […]
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by Guest Author, Phil Eastman I was once told that the secret to any book’s success is its title. Unfortunately a book title does not always properly portray what is inside. The title can be clever and catchy while the text inside is dull and disappointing. To illustrate, several years ago Mahan Khalsa wrote a […]
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On this day in leadership history in 2011 in Florida, Space Shuttle Atlantis landed successfully at Kennedy Space Center after completing STS-135. It was the final flight of NASA’s space shuttle program. What’s the leadership lesson? Even though a season may come to an end on something important in your work, it could be transformed […]
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