The countdown of the Top 10 lessons I learned during 2010 is almost complete. Here’s #2:
Humility Dose– For a decade my beloved Texas Longhorns were a mainstay near the top of the college football rankings. This year, an ugly seven losses. Fallout? Offensive coordinator and special teams coaches fired; defensive coordinator [...]
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Lessons Learned – #2
Thursday, December 30th, 2010Lessons Learned – #3
Wednesday, December 29th, 2010What’s the third most important lesson I learned during 2010?
Big Oops II – During a leadership meeting I facilitated, someone asked how to overcome those times when what you say comes out wrong. I eloquently explained: “If you speak in public, you’ll slip on occasion. Apologize and move on.” Two hours [...]
Lessons Learned – #4
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010Here is the fourth most important lesson I learned during 2010:
Human Spirit – It’s set in my hometown. It’s about football. Its main characters are underdogs. That’s why my favorite book this year was “Twelve Mighty Orphans.” I remember my mother telling me that, when she was a little girl, Masonic [...]
Lessons Learned – #5
Monday, December 27th, 2010Each month I write an e-newsletter that focuses on observations in business and life that could be beneficial for readers. The December issue is always a reflection on the lessons I learned during the year. Here is the 5th most important insight I discovered in 2010:
Stand On It – One of my intentions this [...]
Lessons Learned – #1
Friday, December 31st, 2010The final lesson I learn each year isn’t business wisdom. It’s about recognizing a higher calling. Usually I introduce a charity that’s doing good things. For 2010 I took a different approach:
Gift of Giving – If you’re looking to spread some Christmas cheer or need a last-minute tax deduction, find a worthy cause that’s helping [...]
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