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Let’s be honest—one-size-fits-all leadership just doesn’t cut it anymore. Real leadership means knowing your strengths and staying true to them. When you embrace what makes you […]
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One of the most effective ways for banks to strengthen their own decision-making is by studying where others have stumbled. The industry offers no shortage of […]
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Even from where I sit in the leadership realm, tech is transforming banking—but here’s the key: it’s not about replacing relationships but enhancing them. Use technology […]
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Imagine a workplace where everyone knows exactly what they bring to the table and feels empowered to use it. That’s the goal. When people understand and […]
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Individual talent is only part of the story. Real leadership is about getting the whole team moving as one. Community banks need leaders who don’t just […]
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In the dynamic world of community banking, it’s crucial to differentiate between steering a conversation and genuinely engaging. Understanding this distinction can significantly impact your interactions, […]
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In today’s world, it’s all too easy to become cynical. The news cycle is filled with negativity, and social media often highlights the worst aspects of […]
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Technological disruption is no longer a future concern in today’s rapidly evolving world—it’s happening right now. As community banks, we’re no strangers to change, but the […]
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The concept of empowerment is all about seizing control of our lives and achieving greatness. But here’s the thing—only a fraction of people actually think about […]
May 14, 2025
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Every journey begins with a single step. The Pyramids of Giza weren’t finished in a day. In fact, their construction spanned years and required immense planning […]
April 16, 2025
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Ladies and gentlemen, as community bank CEOs, you often find yourselves searching for a safe path—a secure way to achieve greatness for your bank. Let me […]
April 9, 2025
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In the dynamic landscape of community banking, continuous improvement and exceptional customer service are paramount. The LCP 360 assessment offers a valuable tool to enhance personal […]
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Managing a team, especially at the executive level, is rarely straightforward, and it’s only getting more challenging as our environment grows more complex.You might often wish […]
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In high-stakes leadership and management, the best leaders often make their work look effortless. This is not because the work is easy but because they have […]
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As someone who grew up right beside the Mississippi River, I’ve seen how its course can reshape everything around it. My family’s farm used to sit […]
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The idea of empowerment is associated with the notion that we can take control of our lives and create something great. Unfortunately, only a few people […]
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Leadership often comes down to decision-making. Decisions happen all the time, everywhere, in every business. Your people make them every day. It occurs in your job, […]
December 25, 2024
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When you think about your bank’s position in your local communities, here’s something to consider. When you think about the leadership challenges in community banking across […]
December 11, 2024
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In the community banking world, where trust and reliability are the cornerstones of every decision, it’s easy to get caught up in the pursuit of perfection. […]
October 16, 2024
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In the fast-paced world of finance and business, we often celebrate the heroes who step in during crises—the ones who put out fires, stabilize operations, and […]
September 25, 2024
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In the annals of business history, Alan Mulally’s stewardship of the Ford Motor Company from 2008 to 2014 stands out as a stellar example of effective […]
December 22, 2023
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As we enter this Christmas season, it’s important to embrace the values that have stood the test of time. First and foremost, let’s remember the importance […]
November 9, 2023
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As leaders, we all worry about burnout in those we serve; burnout in our people. How often do we give any thought to our burnout? Keep […]
July 16, 2021
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Awareness precedes choice and choice precedes change which then determines results. Thus, enhancing your awareness and ultimately your results, is essential to becoming a capable leader. […]
September 25, 2017
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We all cultivate a voice inside our heads that criticizes, chastises, and judges us and what we do, no matter what it is.
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Have you ever tried to change a habit? Maybe tried to start losing weight by not thinking about food? Have you tried to play the cool one […]
September 20, 2017
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Do you ever feel like the people you work with don’t really get you? I know you have, because likely as not, they probably don’t. But […]
September 18, 2017
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Someone asked me recently what I do. For the sake of simplicity, I said that I work with people so they can learn to focus on […]
September 1, 2017
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No one is ever going to pay you what you are worth. They will only pay you what they think you are worth. But you can […]
August 30, 2017
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Few of us would argue that habits have a huge impact on our lives. Habits can make monkeys out of us all…For better or worse, they […]
August 25, 2017
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I’ve heard coaches say that we manifest absolutely everything that happens in our lives, good or bad.
August 7, 2017
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I can’t even remember how many times my mom talked to me about not taking things personally. Consider the source, she would say. I suspect that […]
July 26, 2017
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Everyone has been at a very low point in their lives. It is part of being human. Whether it be a failing relationship, job loss, sickness, […]
July 17, 2017
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]So, you decide that it would be really cool to learn to ski. Back before the Information Age,
July 5, 2017
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Grit and Resilience “It matters not how straight the gate How charged with punishment the scroll I am the master of my fate I […]
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“When a man is singing and cannot lift his voice, and another comes and sings with him, another who can lift his voice, the first will […]
June 20, 2017
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] “Common sense is the simple knack of seeing something the way it really is and doing something the way it should be done.” —Mark […]
June 19, 2017
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In my coaching, I run into people who suffer from what I call “toxic perfectionism.” Over the years and in the various scholarly journals, much has […]
June 15, 2017
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Isn’t what you have to say worth a minute of their time? I heard it from a young rep the other day; cold calling just doesn’t […]
June 1, 2017
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Give this some thought: That you’re reading this sentence means that you are wealthier and better educated than 99% of people throughout human history. You likely […]
May 12, 2017
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Born in mid-19th century Britain, this young man was brought into a world that that did not suffer hard times easily. His father’s business failed a […]
April 25, 2017
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I am guilty of this myself, so I feel safe asking you if you have a project that you keep on the back burner? You know […]
September 20, 2016
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WHAT IS EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE? Emotional Intelligence (EI) measures the ability to realize your own emotions, as well as the emotions of others, and to effectively and […]
September 19, 2016
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From the second you grasp that you have the power to have a positive impact on the people around you, most people work to do just […]
June 24, 2016
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Success is a very big word. Success can encompass family, work, friends, and the achieving goals and dreams as a reality in life. So it’s easy […]
November 2, 2015
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]I work with a lot of type-A personalities and my day is regularly filled with exhausted people. We all know that experiencing occasional stress can […]
September 7, 2015
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] IF YOU ARE MAKING MISTAKES, IT MEANS YOU’RE OUT THERE DOING SOMETHING. – NEIL GAIMAN, AUTHOR & GRAPHIC NOVELIST Changing habits is just the […]
January 5, 2015
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Way back in 1902, the author James Allen, one of the very first motivational authors, wrote: “As masters of our own thoughts we are […]
January 14, 2026
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In leadership, the hardest part isn’t just learning new skills; it’s letting go of the old ones. Unlearning is an underrated but crucial part of growth—shedding […]
November 30, 2025
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Let’s be honest—one-size-fits-all leadership just doesn’t cut it anymore. Real leadership means knowing your strengths and staying true to them. When you embrace what makes you […]
October 29, 2025
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The way teams and working groups tackle goals and accountability couldn’t be more different. In a working group, you have individual ownership over tasks, and it’s […]
October 8, 2025
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One of the most effective ways for banks to strengthen their own decision-making is by studying where others have stumbled. The industry offers no shortage of […]
September 17, 2025
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Even from where I sit in the leadership realm, tech is transforming banking—but here’s the key: it’s not about replacing relationships but enhancing them. Use technology […]
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Imagine a workplace where everyone knows exactly what they bring to the table and feels empowered to use it. That’s the goal. When people understand and […]
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Individual talent is only part of the story. Real leadership is about getting the whole team moving as one. Community banks need leaders who don’t just […]
July 2, 2025
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In the dynamic world of community banking, it’s crucial to differentiate between steering a conversation and genuinely engaging. Understanding this distinction can significantly impact your interactions, […]
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In today’s world, it’s all too easy to become cynical. The news cycle is filled with negativity, and social media often highlights the worst aspects of […]
May 28, 2025
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Technological disruption is no longer a future concern in today’s rapidly evolving world—it’s happening right now. As community banks, we’re no strangers to change, but the […]
May 21, 2025
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The concept of empowerment is all about seizing control of our lives and achieving greatness. But here’s the thing—only a fraction of people actually think about […]
May 14, 2025
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Every journey begins with a single step. The Pyramids of Giza weren’t finished in a day. In fact, their construction spanned years and required immense planning […]
April 16, 2025
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Ladies and gentlemen, as community bank CEOs, you often find yourselves searching for a safe path—a secure way to achieve greatness for your bank. Let me […]
April 9, 2025
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In the dynamic landscape of community banking, continuous improvement and exceptional customer service are paramount. The LCP 360 assessment offers a valuable tool to enhance personal […]
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Managing a team, especially at the executive level, is rarely straightforward, and it’s only getting more challenging as our environment grows more complex.You might often wish […]
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In high-stakes leadership and management, the best leaders often make their work look effortless. This is not because the work is easy but because they have […]
March 12, 2025
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As someone who grew up right beside the Mississippi River, I’ve seen how its course can reshape everything around it. My family’s farm used to sit […]
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The idea of empowerment is associated with the notion that we can take control of our lives and create something great. Unfortunately, only a few people […]
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Leadership often comes down to decision-making. Decisions happen all the time, everywhere, in every business. Your people make them every day. It occurs in your job, […]
December 25, 2024
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When you think about your bank’s position in your local communities, here’s something to consider. When you think about the leadership challenges in community banking across […]
December 11, 2024
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In the community banking world, where trust and reliability are the cornerstones of every decision, it’s easy to get caught up in the pursuit of perfection. […]
October 16, 2024
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In the fast-paced world of finance and business, we often celebrate the heroes who step in during crises—the ones who put out fires, stabilize operations, and […]
September 25, 2024
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In the annals of business history, Alan Mulally’s stewardship of the Ford Motor Company from 2008 to 2014 stands out as a stellar example of effective […]
December 22, 2023
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As we enter this Christmas season, it’s important to embrace the values that have stood the test of time. First and foremost, let’s remember the importance […]
November 9, 2023
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As leaders, we all worry about burnout in those we serve; burnout in our people. How often do we give any thought to our burnout? Keep […]
July 16, 2021
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Awareness precedes choice and choice precedes change which then determines results. Thus, enhancing your awareness and ultimately your results, is essential to becoming a capable leader. […]
September 25, 2017
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We all cultivate a voice inside our heads that criticizes, chastises, and judges us and what we do, no matter what it is.
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Have you ever tried to change a habit? Maybe tried to start losing weight by not thinking about food? Have you tried to play the cool one […]
September 20, 2017
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Do you ever feel like the people you work with don’t really get you? I know you have, because likely as not, they probably don’t. But […]
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Someone asked me recently what I do. For the sake of simplicity, I said that I work with people so they can learn to focus on […]
September 1, 2017
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No one is ever going to pay you what you are worth. They will only pay you what they think you are worth. But you can […]
August 30, 2017
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Few of us would argue that habits have a huge impact on our lives. Habits can make monkeys out of us all…For better or worse, they […]
August 25, 2017
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I’ve heard coaches say that we manifest absolutely everything that happens in our lives, good or bad.
August 7, 2017
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I can’t even remember how many times my mom talked to me about not taking things personally. Consider the source, she would say. I suspect that […]
July 26, 2017
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Everyone has been at a very low point in their lives. It is part of being human. Whether it be a failing relationship, job loss, sickness, […]
July 17, 2017
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]So, you decide that it would be really cool to learn to ski. Back before the Information Age,
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Grit and Resilience “It matters not how straight the gate How charged with punishment the scroll I am the master of my fate I […]
June 29, 2017
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“When a man is singing and cannot lift his voice, and another comes and sings with him, another who can lift his voice, the first will […]
June 20, 2017
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] “Common sense is the simple knack of seeing something the way it really is and doing something the way it should be done.” —Mark […]
June 19, 2017
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In my coaching, I run into people who suffer from what I call “toxic perfectionism.” Over the years and in the various scholarly journals, much has […]
June 15, 2017
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Isn’t what you have to say worth a minute of their time? I heard it from a young rep the other day; cold calling just doesn’t […]
June 1, 2017
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Give this some thought: That you’re reading this sentence means that you are wealthier and better educated than 99% of people throughout human history. You likely […]
May 12, 2017
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Born in mid-19th century Britain, this young man was brought into a world that that did not suffer hard times easily. His father’s business failed a […]
April 25, 2017
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I am guilty of this myself, so I feel safe asking you if you have a project that you keep on the back burner? You know […]
September 20, 2016
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WHAT IS EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE? Emotional Intelligence (EI) measures the ability to realize your own emotions, as well as the emotions of others, and to effectively and […]
September 19, 2016
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From the second you grasp that you have the power to have a positive impact on the people around you, most people work to do just […]
June 24, 2016
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Success is a very big word. Success can encompass family, work, friends, and the achieving goals and dreams as a reality in life. So it’s easy […]
November 2, 2015
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]I work with a lot of type-A personalities and my day is regularly filled with exhausted people. We all know that experiencing occasional stress can […]
September 7, 2015
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] IF YOU ARE MAKING MISTAKES, IT MEANS YOU’RE OUT THERE DOING SOMETHING. – NEIL GAIMAN, AUTHOR & GRAPHIC NOVELIST Changing habits is just the […]
January 5, 2015
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Way back in 1902, the author James Allen, one of the very first motivational authors, wrote: “As masters of our own thoughts we are […]