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The Wisdom of Simplicity

The Wisdom of Simplicity, “I would not give a fig for simplicity this side of complexity, but would give my life for the simplicity on the other side of complexity” Oliver Wendell Holmes.

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"We the People"

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” hashtag#independence hashtag#libert

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The Power of Adversity and Hope

The Power of Adversity and Hope, #adversity.

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Civility and Performance

Civility and Performance -Do We Make the KUT? This week I spent some time with the students and Superintendent of Miami Valley CTC a career based regional High School and Adult Learning Center.

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"Great Planning is Rehearsed Spontaneity"

“Great Planning is Rehearsed Spontaneity!” -Dwight Eisenhower, credited as the brilliant strategist ending WWII and rebuilding Europe, reportedly noted "Remember that the plan is nothing but planning is everything." He tapped deeply into the psych

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Leadership Stability

Leadership Stability: Control or Alignment? High performing organizations thrive with leadership which is stable and predictive. Predictability on the other hand, conveys characteristics of boring or routine.

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Non-Linear Strategy

Non-Linear Strategy and Gun Violence- Strategy is non-linear. It would be great if we could directly impact a desired end state with a single dimensional laser like initiative or effort.

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The Power of Small Miracles

The power of small miracles, in the movie, “Michael,” John Travolta portrays Michael the Archangel on his final mission.

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The Capacity to Self-Correct

The capacity to self-correct; we live in an age of self-promotion. Social media, networking, advancement and achievement drive many forward in our quest to lead. There is an inner greatness as well rooted in our capacity to self-correct.