Posts Tagged "inspiration"
Busting Up Bake Sales
This article was originally published at The Political Carnival If someone wants an issue to be front and center in American politics—do something to make Moms mad. The Obama Administration’s latest front in the battle against obesity, is the regulation of snacks and food that are not the requisite breakfast and lunch. First up on the firing line is the beloved bake sale. In an era of dwindling resources for public schools, bake sales are often the lifeblood of parent organizations, interest clubs and students saving for class trips. While obviously not the bastion of health consciousness, they are capable of brining in serious money for cash-strapped...
Read MoreWhat makes Leadership Connection unique?
Share By: Kathleen Schafer, Founding Principle-Leadership Connection “Do one thing everyday that scares you.” -Eleanor Roosevelt Being engaged in the study and teaching of leadership for the past 20 years, I have seen a great transition as more and more consultants have entered the field. Once the provence of corporate executives, leadership has become ubiquitous as thousands now offer services designed to help people become more effective in their life. With this flooding of the industry, comes the inevitable question . . . What makes Leadership Connection unique? This blog is part of that answer. At Leadership Connection, we subscribe to simplicity . . . we...
Read MoreThe Importance of Rest and Renewal
Share By: Chris W. Bell, Director of Interactive Learning-Leadership Connection “Leadership is managing energy in yourself first — then inspiring others to take action to improve their lives.” If you aspire to inspire, you must first learn how to manage yourself. Self-management, like any exercise, has two distinct parts: work and rest. Both are important in learning how to lead. You need to know how to get things done because you can’t be a competent leader unless you have competence in your chosen area. Also, if you don’t know how to rest, you’ll burn out and not have the energy to see things through the long haul. Remember that leadership is a marathon...
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