Live Intentionally

Barna Research Reveals Who Teens Look Up to and Why

Jan 31, 2011 2 Comments

The Barna Group has release the results from an interesting survey on who teens say are their role models. The research is revealing in that it shows not only who has the greatest influence on teens but also what they value.

Character, Service, Spiritual, Values

Barna, research, role models, survey, teens

12 Non-Negotiable Traits to Work on My Team

Dec 07, 2010 9 Comments

Ron Edmonson published an excellent post on his blog earlier today listing 7 Non-Negotiable Traits to Work on my Team. I see Ron’s 7 and raise him 5.

Character, Leadership

adaptabilty, attitude, communcation, hiring, honesty, initiative, problem-solving, qualities, teams, teamwork, traits

25 Thanksgiving, Gratitude Quotes

Nov 24, 2010 4 Comments

To raise the level of gratitude in my own life, in yours, and in those around us, here are 25 Thanksgiving and gratitude quotes for you to read, reflect on, and share. Happy Thanksgiving!

Character

gratitude, quotes, thanks, thanksgiving

Thank You Veterans for Living Intentionally!

Nov 11, 2010 3 Comments

The men and women who serve in our armed forces are great examples of people who are living intentionally. Thanks to all our veterans! [video]

Character

Veterans, Veterans Day, video

7 Leadership Lessons Learned from Cleveland Cavaliers Owner Dan Gilbert’s Embarrassing Letter about LeBron James

Jul 09, 2010 13 Comments

We can learn some important leadership lessons from Dan Gilbert’s soon-to-be infamous letter about LeBron James.

Character, Leadership

3 Things to Dislike about the World Cup (Part 3)

Jun 23, 2010 2 Comments

The drama of the World Cup continues to build, but there are also some things about it that bother me. #3 – diving.

Character, Values

Awesome Video: Will You Validate?

Jun 22, 2010 5 Comments

Every person you meet today is unique, gifted, and capable of making a great impact on others. Will you notice? Will you tell them?

encouragement, validation, video

3 Things to Dislike About the World Cup (Part 2)

Jun 21, 2010 8 Comments

There is plenty to like about the World Cup, but there are also some things about it that bother me. #2 – playing not to win.

Character

Inspiring Father’s Day Video #2: Team Hoyt

Jun 20, 2010 1 Comment

Being a great dad isn’t about being perfect. Being a great dad is about persevering, never giving up. Dick Hoyt’s perseverance is truly inspiring. Watch this video which tells his story.

Dick Hoyt, Father's Day, perserverance, Rick Hoyt, Team Hoyt

A Memorial Day Memorial

May 31, 2010 6 Comments

This post is an open forum for everyone to post their thoughts related to Memorial Day. Post about someone you’ve lost, express your gratitude for those who have sacrificed, or share a meaningful story or quote.

Character

memorial, Memorial Day, sacrifice

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