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...
by NRI Admin | Jul 24, 2015 | Leadership Insights, Uncategorised
If you live in America, you’re familiar with the question: “What do you do?” It’s often one of the first questions we get asked because in the US, we’re obsessed with people’s jobs. Most of us mean well when we ask this question. We ask because we’re trying to find a...
by NRI Admin | Apr 22, 2015 | Leadership Insights, Uncategorised
I’ve been lucky to meet so many remarkable people in my life who inspire me both personally and professionally. And while the leaders I admire (and have been inspired by) each have their own unique style, talent, and viewpoint, I find they are similar in some of the...