by NRI Admin | Dec 20, 2016 | Leadership Insights
It seems we are ending 2016 on a wave of emotion and uncertainty. The results of our recent presidential election, while greeted with joy by many, have left many others feeling less included and uncomfortable about what the future holds for them. As a nation, we have...
by NRI Admin | Feb 1, 2016 | Leadership Insights, Uncategorised
A new year is an opportunity for resolutions. Resolutions are all about transforming some aspect of our lives that we think can use some improvement. In leadership, I believe we should have an ongoing resolution to be not just “leaders” but “transformational leaders”....
by NRI Admin | Nov 11, 2015 | Leadership Insights, Uncategorised
“And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country.” ~ John F. Kennedy The words Kennedy spoke in his inaugural address are just as true today as they were in 1961. And this subtle twist of logic applies in...
by NRI Admin | Sep 11, 2015 | Leadership Insights, Uncategorised
Although more than a decade has passed, today marks a day of national mourning. As well as the lingering sense of loss and grief, I always think about the families torn apart so abruptly and unexpectedly on that day. Some of the relationships ended by this tragedy...
by NRI Admin | Aug 28, 2015 | Leadership Insights, Uncategorised
Leading a team is like building a house; like any construction job, you have to use your skills, experience, and toolbox. The toolbox of a leader needs to include a strong set of persuasion skills. I believe a critical element of leadership is the ability to persuade...