Peter Drucker, a vigilant sage for the business community until his death in 2005 at the age of 96, wrote extensively and contributed mightily to the underlying philosophies of the modern business organization. As each of us faces a new normal in an uncertain future, we need to embrace the…
In his statement preceding the portion I've included in today's quote was this additional line from Admiral Halsey, who by the way, was one of only 4 individuals in U.S. history to attain the rank of Fleet Admiral ( 5 stars): All problems, personal, national, or combat, become smaller if…
If you're getting bored with the same ol' thing, you can head to Google to see how many folks have tried to discern the difference between perseverance and tenacity. Some say that perseverance is the combination of persistence and tenacity. Others claim that perseverance is continuing in a course of action without…
Abraham Lincoln is widely admired for his strength of character. If you read Jay Winik's book, APRIL 1865: THE MONTH THAT SAVED AMERICA, you'll see how our nation's future rested on a few crucial decisions that he made. A weaker man would have stumbled and the country we have today…
It seems like every week we're emphasizing the theme of resilience and perseverance ... and we should be with the lingering pain, suffering and uncertainty that the coronavirus pandemic has introduced into our lives. Most importantly, as I've always stressed, you need to focus on what YOU can control. Don't…
These days it may not feel like it, but this too will pass. What won't pass is giving into the temptation to lie down and let it figure itself out. We've all learned this lesson, probably countless times in our life. We can't quit. Or as the great Winston Churchill…
You've seen this quote before I'm sure. It has different variations, but in times of uncertainty, it's critical to your success ... and there is as much uncertainty in the world ... and in our business communities ... as I've seen in my lifetime (and my lifetime is longer than…
