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Is the Leader worth their salt?

Whenever you put salt on food, you never say that was great salt, but rather that was great food and it tasted great. Likewise, whenever you are salt to a…
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Everyone has a story..

If we listen to the experts (they’re usually based at least 40 miles from home), we would know that success is best obtained if a young person works really hard…
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Striking a work/life balance..

It always interests me to see people work through the various stages of life, for instance those finishing school, college or university and setting out into the world of work…
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The Trust Factor in Leadership

In 2009 a Gallup research team asked more than 10,000 followers what the most influential leaders contribute to their lives.  Four basic needs were identified in this study: Trust Compassion…
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The Authentic Leader

Regardless of whether it’s business, sport, politics, or church, to name a few of the main spheres of life, the topic of leadership has been debated for centuries. It was…
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Dealing With Adversity

I remember a customer coming to see me a number of years ago. This guy usually came a couple of times a year and I really looked forward to his…
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5 Essential Wisdom Tips

When building a career or a business, remember that your family requires an investment of time, not money When making important decisions listen only to a small number of people.…
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What do you see?

Never underestimate the potential in people.  The capacity of a human being is an amazing thing.  So often people are written off either at first glance, or because of a…
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