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The 6 Types of Working Genius (2022)
When I first sat down to write about author Patrick Lencioni’s book The 6 Types of Working Genius, I found myself overcome by very strong emotions. I decided not to publish my original article
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The 3 Big Questions for a Frantic Family (2008)
I finished this book almost two weeks ago, but I didn’t feel compelled to write about it for a while. Partially, I wasn’t sure I had anything meaningful to write about. But partially, I
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Getting Naked (2010)
First of all, let me say this is not a different website than you are used to visiting. The title of this post is about the book Getting Naked which talks about the importance
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The Five Dysfunctions Moving Forward
Recently, I wrote a reflection article about Patrick Lencioni’s book called The Five Dysfunctions of a Team. In that article, I did not summarize the content of the book because I feel it does
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The Obstacle is the Way (2014)
As I mentioned in my discussion of How to Let Things Go, I would be writing about Ryan Holiday’s book The Obstacle is the Way very soon. Many of the topics covered in each
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How to Let Things Go (2024)
I’ve never read the book Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff, but I have to imagine that a good amount of what is in that book is covered in How to Let Things Go. Author
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Silos, Politics and Turf Wars (2006)
I promise I read more books than just those by Patrick Lencioni. But I can’t ignore the fact that right now these books are really hitting a nerve with me – in a good
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The Three Signs of a Miserable Job (2007) – Part 2
In my first reaction to Patrick Lencioni’s The Three Signs of a Miserable Job, I mentioned that I’d have to let this one sit with me for a while because there was something about
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I was ecstatic to read another Patrick Lencioni book. The Three Signs of a Miserable Job discusses the three signs – Anonymity, Irrelevance, and Immeasurement – and the critical role that the manager plays
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The Four Agreements (1997)
If you’ve read my book reviews in the past, you’ve probably learned that I love to find amazing deals at our local Salvation Army store. I came across The Four Agreements almost two years
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Managing Up (2014)
I began my corporate career as an individual contributor. After a series of leadership changes within the same company, I ended up working for an incredible leader who quickly promoted me multiple times within
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The Five Dysfunctions of a Team (2002)
Yesterday, I was shopping at the local Salvation Army store to find a few rare gems. At least, this is what I call it when people have donated amazing books, and the store sells
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The Road (2009)
After watching You Gotta Believe, I was in the mood to find another father-son tear-jerker. I remember reading The Road by Cormac McCarthy in school. It was one of the few books that I
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UST Update: Podcasts and Archives
Good day! In a cost-savings measure to ensure continued operation for this web site and provide ongoing service to our fans and visitors, Ultimate Sports Talk will be removing radio archives and past podcasts
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Building Community: Walt Disney’s Insight on Neighborly Relationships
In the tapestry of life, few things rival the satisfaction of being held in high regard by those closest to us—our neighbors. Walt Disney’s poignant reflection, “To be well thought of by your neighbors–the
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Honoring Legacy: Walt Disney’s Reflections on Success and Family
In the bustling world of aspirations and achievements, one sentiment echoes deeply in the hearts of many: “I have always thanked God that I achieved a certain amount of success while my parents were
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Building Dreams: Walt Disney’s Wisdom for Everyday Success
In a world filled with ambitions, aspirations, and the ceaseless pursuit of greatness, one quote stands out as a guiding light for all dreamers and doers alike: “You can dream, create, design and build
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Unleash Your Potential: A Dynamic Review of Admiral William H. McRaven’s ‘Make Your Bed’
In a world where every moment seems to demand our attention, it’s easy to overlook the small habits that shape our lives. But what if I told you that a simple act like making
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Mastering the Art of Management: Navigating Teams and Personal Life
Welcome to the intriguing world where the principles of management extend beyond the workplace, intertwining seamlessly with the tapestry of our personal lives. Whether steering a team in the office or orchestrating the complexities
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Legend Profile: Bret “The Hitman” Hart – Wrestling’s Excellence of Execution
In the symphony of suplexes, the artistry of submissions, and the ballet of body slams, one name stands as the personification of technical mastery — Bret “The Hitman” Hart. As we conclude the series
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