Do you have a Personal Power Photo?

Thanks for saving me the rest of my life to enjoy. Sometimes, it takes a whole lifetime to learn what we did in 6 months and some never figure it out.

In a fascinating study of body language, researchers recently experimented by placing a group of men and women into high-power and low-power positions for just a mere two minutes, and subsequently measured their testosterone and cortisone levels.

With the New Year’s weekend under our belt, I’m certain many of you have pondered upon New Year’s resolutions. This tradition of taking stock of our paths and setting goals at the start of each year is often that milestone that launches new direction into action. New career paths, new life:balance goals, new health programs – we tell ourselves that this is the year.

We’ve all experienced great leaders who inspire. People who paint the vision and inspire the masses, and most importantly create an environment in which we go that extra mile.

I love the song from the Sound of Music – My Favorite Things. “Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens,” brings a smile to my lips, as I find myself attempting to sing in tune – which for anyone who knows me well, knows that I don’t… really. Of course my favorite verse is “Cream colored ponies and crisp apple streudels,” given my love for horses and wonderful food.” As 2010 winds down, it’s a perfect time to consider your Favorite Things.

We’ve all experienced great leadership at some point in our lives. What defines great leadership?

As we begin to see early glimpses of spring approaching – warmer days, snow melting and green sprouts peaking from…

An overnight snow storm has paused our impending Spring rebirth.  Beneath the snow covered ground, glimpses of green growth remind…

Yes, it is the title of my favorite book that I’ve read many times over.  But at this moment, it…