Posts Tagged ‘integrity’
Watching
I remember my mom telling me as a young person that someone is always watching me. I don’t think I’m someone famous or notable, by any stretch of the imagination. I do think that the actions and activities of my life reveal what I believe. I can say what I believe, but the choices I…
Read MoreFake It
I remember being told, “Fake it until you make it”. This advice seemed to make sense when you’re new at a job. Even if I’m not skilled yet, I can act with confidence like I really know what I’m doing. One of my favorite sayings…. “Go with what you know until your feelings catch up”.…
Read MoreReputation
This is the belief or opinion that are generally held about something or someone. It doesn’t even have to be true, – it can simply be perception. I have always cared deeply about my reputation. I don’t always understand why some people form an opinion of me without ever talking to me or asking for…
Read MoreTests
I have never been afraid of tests, but I’m not a fan of them either. Tests seem to have a pass or fail side to them. If I’m taking a test for a class and I need to score a 90 or above, that is a lot of pressure. I need to know my stuff.…
Read MoreLeaders Give
When I think back at the leaders whom I’ve followed over the years, there were some really good ones and others that were missing an important ingredient. The missing ingredient is often integrity. Integrity means that the leader is guided and adheres to moral and ethical principles and is solid in moral character and honesty. …
Read MoreThe Inspiring Leader
There are leaders who have inspired me by their insight and their ability to navigate difficult circumstances admirably. Some leaders lead with good counsel. Other leaders lead with good instincts. There are some leaders who are not really leaders, they are puppets with the strings being pulled by others. When I read the history books…
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