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I want to work on higher level tasks. How do I get out of the weeds?
Leaders ask me this every week. We all seem to struggle with time slipping through our hands. Many leaders want to fly, but their shoes are glued to the ground by their endless task list. Many of...
Recommended Books for Summer Reading: Alans Picks
Summer is a great time to pull out a few new books and stretch your mind. Whether you're on the back porch, next to the pool, or relaxing on the beach, you've got an opportunity to immerse in some...
Shifting Toward Health: Combating Burnout in Leadership and Life
Have you ever stopped to wonder why so many people around us, including ourselves, are feeling burned out? Why are we so overwhelmed and endlessly busy? It's almost like we're all running a race...