Four Reasons to Serve Your Staff! By Arnie Wohlgemut If you search the Internet, you will find over 900 books on servant leadership plus many more on related subjects. I was surprised to find this topic has been around in management and leadership circles for nearly 50 years. Why all the talk about servant leadership? Is being a leader who …
The Power of Silence, Wisdom from Pooh and Piglet.
The Power of Silence, Wisdom from Pooh and Piglet. – by Arnie Wohlgemut Over the past 9+ years I have written hundreds of blog posts about my life experiences in leadership, inspiration, workplace relationships and more, along with published magazine articles, and several thousand posts on social media. From time to time I come across a story that is worth …
Just Do You?
Just Do You? – by Arnie Wohlgemut Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice and is never the result of selfishness. Napoleon Hill Have you heard the saying – “Just Do You”? What does that really mean? Do you even know “YOU”? Have you done the hard work of really knowing why you’re here, how that influences how you …
“Jellyfish” People
“Jellyfish” People – By Arnie Wohlgemut Jellyfish are interesting creatures. They’re nearly invisible as they float through ocean waters. They don’t look the least bit threatening. But if part of your body touches them, well, let’s just say it’s not very pleasant! I understand it’s a self-protection response against predators. Yet if you hold them in your hand, they don’t …
Dread, the Passive Roadblock to Action
Dread, the Passive Roadblock to Action – by Arnie Wohlgemut Please save me from ______ (You fill in the blank). We all have things in life we dread (and avoid): cleaning the house, the morning Zoom call or commute; budget meetings; impromptu situations, you name it. I DREAD annual performance review time. They are reportedly an important part of management, …
The Exception Practices of Great Leadership
The Exception Practices of Great Leadership. By Arnie Wohlgemut I believe that we are living in an age of reckoning, needing to address past actions and the “normal” we created for ourselves. This has everything to do with how we have and continue to treat each other. The beliefs that we have copied from others, and our profit focused capitalism. …
Murphy’s Law Revisited
Murphy’s Law Revisited. – By Arnie Wohlgemut Murphy’s Law should never have been written. Here it is, if you have already wiped it from your memory: “Everything that can go wrong will go wrong.” Once you allow that to be your way of thinking, you are stuck. “Be the hero of your own story. You are born to turn your …
Not My Monkey
Not My Monkey – By Arnie Wohlgemut The phrase “Not My Circus, Not My Monkey” is a Polish proverb which is still in use today. It is a way of saying, “Don’t drag me into your drama and your issues…” “If you fuel your journey on the opinions of others you are going to run out of gas.” Dr. Steve …
Ready to Declare a Reset?
Ready to Declare a Reset? ~ by Arnie Wohlgemut Every crisis creates an opportunity for growth. The Covid-19 pandemic is no exception to this. There are times however when we start to wonder about our own abilities to develop new skills and remain relevant. Even though there appears to be ample time to stay current while working from home, the …
Leadership Strength Through Changing Times
Leadership Strength Through Changing Times – by Arnie Wohlgemut Throughout history, we remember the leaders that led nations, armies, and companies through difficult times. Difficult times are literally made for leaders says John C. Maxwell. I believe there are 3-character traits that will help us lead our teams or companies through the economic dip COVID19 has created. In each of …
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