Singing the Praises of Inspiring Leaders

For many of my formative years, I spent a great deal of time singing in choirs. Everything from church choirs to school choirs and even the occasional community ensemble. In fact, I don’t remember a time in my life when I haven’t been singing in a choir—it’s one of the things that really defines me. … Continue reading

Why Smithers Picked Me . . .

In his typical upside-down thinking, the popular cartoon character Homer Simpson once observed, “I think Smithers picked me because of my motivational skills. Everyone says they have to work a lot harder when I’m around.” I don’t think Homer quite gets it. He is confusing obligation with inspiration. When Homer is “on the job,” his … Continue reading