by Becky Robinson | Jun 9, 2009 | Leadership
This post continues our Leadership Principles Series. If you missed the other posts, take a few minutes to read them. We have discussed courage, authenticity, and emotional intelligence. People look to leaders for examples to follow and lives to emulate. In order to...
by Becky Robinson | May 27, 2009 | Leadership
With my birthday days away, I am reflecting again on how this next year could be different. I still have more than half my life left to live, if the life expectancy calculator is accurate. Still, with each birthday I feel the anxiety of wondering if I am living up to...
by Becky Robinson | May 22, 2009 | Leadership
We all have bad days, and it’s usually better to let go, let the memories of them disappear at the day’s end. It is always helpful, though, to spend time reflecting on what went wrong so that we can do things differently, better, the next time. Last week,...
by Becky Robinson | May 11, 2009 | Leadership
Courage compels leaders to try new things, move in new directions. Leaders believe in their own ability to shape and direct the future. They project optimism and hope, inspiring others to get involved with their cause, project, or agenda. Courage to consider. Leaders...
by Becky Robinson | May 9, 2009 | Leadership
Yesterday, I asked the question: What is a mom’s most important work? And the answer is complex; often behind-the-scenes, moms are helping to shape the lives and character of their children. Their roles as leaders are obvious. These leadership lessons from moms...
by Becky Robinson | May 8, 2009 | Leadership
My friend Lisa is the head of a small corporation in a position valued in the 6 figures. She is also a stay at home mom. Salary.com has a new way to figure out the value of a mom’s work. Their annual survey details the wages an employer would have to pay to...