“Extreme Ownership” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin
For all the definitions, descriptions, and characterizations of leaders, there are only two that matter: effective and ineffective. Effective leaders led successful teams that accomplish …
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“The Ruler’s Guide” by Chinghua Tang
There are many good beginnings, but few food endings. After a discussion on leadership, this book was given to me by a friend and co-worker …
“The Art of War” by Sun Tzu
The victorious strategist only seeks battle after the victory has been won. I picked this up during a layover in Charlotte. I enjoyed the actual …
Thoughts on Fear and the Future
I came across a quote today. It comes at a time in life when I have trouble looking to the future with faith. All my …
“Forged in Crisis” by Nancy Koehn
All these leaders were made. They were not born. This book was given to me by my great friend, Greg DePriest. Upon receiving it, I moved it …
Should the U.S. raise the minimum wage?
This flow of life is why our Semi-Religious, Capitalistic Socialist, Confused Democratic Republic Monarchy has sustained so well. The following was written in response to …
Quotes from “Elite Minds” by Dr. Stan Beecham
There is nothing more important to your health – and, ultimately, your life – than what you believe to be true. The full title of …
“The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz
Tom Brady is among the best quarterbacks in the history of football. Though that statement is argued by professional analysts and armchair quarterbacks, results matter. Tom …
Review and Quotes from “Thou Shall Prosper” by Rabbi Daniel Lapin
This book offers 10 commandments for making money. The fact that Dave Ramsey had taken the time to read and write a forward for the …
Positive Power
Words generally NOT included to describe my personality include: Uplifting Joyful Happy Jolly Delightful Pleasant Playful Cheerful Merry Funny … You get the point. It’s …