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Take The Risk

Leaders are risk-takers. The risks they take aren’t off the cuff but rather well-thought-out calculated risks. They’ve pondered what could happen, would happen, and then act. 

We need more leaders who are risk takers.

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Take The Risk

Vick Hope summed up risks quite well when they said:

Taking risks doesn’t mean shirking responsibility, but embracing possibilities.

Whoa… think about that for a minute. It goes right along with what I first wrote. There’s possibility in taking risks. You are acting toward something, not recklessly but with intention.

The founder of Mint, Aaron Patzer, said:

Turn a perceived risk into an asset.

Many times, we perceive something as a risk. The reality is that while there is a chance things could go wrong, there’s also the possibility of the risk becoming an asset. You learn, grow, and change every time you take a risk.  Read more...

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Quotes And Leadership Lessons From Elevation

A Reel Leadership Article

If you enjoy this article, you’ll love my book Reel Leadership. It’s available on Amazon.

Elevation quickly brings viewers into the action. Much like A Quiet Place, Elevation has a unique take on an extraterrestrial threat. Instead of sound bringing almost instant destruction, Elevation uses elevation to denote when humans are in danger.

What elevation is that? Anyone above 8,000 feet is safe from the aliens. No one knows why this is the case, but they’ve found safety in higher elevations for three years.

When Will’s (Anthony Mackie of Captain America fame) son’s, Hunter (Danny Boyd Jr.), medical equipment begins to fail because he’s running out of filters, Will has to make a choice. Will he watch his son slowly die from a lack of equipment or will he go on a mission to get the filters his son so desperately needs?

Man holding a gun. Looks scared as he's facing down an alien threat.  Read more...

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6 Leadership Lessons From Kevin Hart

I struggled to get through Kevin Hart’s book I Can’t Make This Up. But I kept at it. It is the story of Kevin Hart’s life, his struggles, and his rise to comedic and film fame. 

Why did I struggle? Because Hart shares a lot of vulgarity. It almost became overwhelming. However, I’m glad I continued to listen. 

The wisdom Hart shares throughout is inspiring and useful for anyone, even people who may disagree with him.

I wanted to share 6 of the most potent leadership lessons Hart shared. I think they’ll inspire you, challenge you, and make you a better leader.

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6 Leadership Lessons From Kevin Hart

1. Keep showing up:

Hart wasn’t an instant breakout success with comedy. He struggled to be recognized. He would show up to local comedy clubs, underground clubs, and more to get on stage.  Read more...

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Understanding Your Employment Rights And Overcoming Common Challenges

Navigating the workplace can often feel like a balancing act, where understanding your rights and addressing challenges is essential for long-term success. Whether you are facing workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, or wage disputes, knowing your employment rights is crucial in protecting your career and personal well-being.

The Importance of Knowing Your Rights

Employment laws are designed to safeguard workers and provide a sense of fairness in the workplace. Employees are entitled to various rights, including protection from discrimination based on race, gender, disability, and age, as well as protection against wrongful termination and harassment. Understanding these rights empowers workers to take action if these laws are violated, whether through formal complaints, mediation, or legal recourse.  Read more...

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Your Organization’s Most Valuable Asset

Take a moment and think about your organization. What would you consider its most valuable asset?

Would it be:

  • The proprietary systems you have in place
  • The physical office building employees come to work every day
  • The physical server mainframe
  • The list of clients you do business with
  • The products you create

Many people think of these things as their company’s most valuable assets. There’s something far more valuable than any of the things listed above.

Your Organization’s Most Valuable Asset

This may blow your mind, but your organization’s most valuable asset is the people you employ.

Think about it…

The people you employ do the following:  Read more...

  • Carry out the mission (or they don’t)
  • Engage with customers (or they don’t)
  • Show the face of the company (in a positive or negative light)
  • Produce quality products (or not)