Did you ever have one of those spells where you just didn't want to write or talk to anyone? Yeah, me too.
But then something inspires you, touches your heart and almost compels you speak out to anyone who will listen (kinda like this post). I recently attended a business and leadership conference called Get Motivated where a bunch of heavy hitting leaders of business, politics, finance, motivation and entertainment all come together for a one day festival of inspiration and motivation. This is the second time I've attended this and I was amazed once again at the lineup of speakers. In one short day, I was able to see Rudy Giuliani, Laura Bush, Howard Putnam, Krish Dhanam, Rick Belluzzo, Colin Powell, Lou Holtz, Dean Graziosi and Terry Bradshaw all speak for about 30 minutes each. It was pretty moving at times and though it was geared towards business, I learned pulled a great deal that touched me as a parent as well. I never really thought about it but you can take the exact same leadership skills you use at work and bring them home to you kids. After all, you are the CEO of your household.
Qualities like:
Responsibility
Accountability
Honesty
Integrity
Trustworthiness
Decisiveness
Compassion
Discipline
These are the cornerstones for everyone, not just business leaders. And just as we learn on the job at work, we're constantly learning how to be a better parent. We can use our experience as an adult to guide your kids. As they get older, our job changes. We start out holding their hand, and showing them the path, but then it's time to let go. Krish Dhanam, one of my favorite speakers created a nice visual for raising kids. He said we simply cannot open every door for our kids. We know things are tough but they have to know to fend for themselves out in the wild or they'll never succeed. Show them how to hunt, teach them how to defend themselves and let them grow. Open the first door for them and then let them find out how to turn on the lights.
Lou Holtz was a big surprise for me. I knew he was a brilliant coach but I never knew why. His simple talk and persistent positive messages were infectious. He gave his Three Keys for Success:
1) Do Right
2) Do the Very Best Your Capable Of
3) Show People You Care - You can love all you want but that love doesn't touch anyone until you show it to them.
He even admitted that this is as basic as it can be but it's absolutely true. In business or in your personal life, any relationship starts with three questions: Can I trust you? Are you committed to excellence? Do you care about me? If you sincerely practice his keys to success, the answer will always be YES. And will this come automatically? Nope, we have to work at everyday. Lou says that it's all in your attitude. You're not a winner or a loser. Your attitude is yours to choose. That makes you a chooser.
As CEO of my family, I'm looking forward to adding a little corporate motivation into my kids' lives.
But then something inspires you, touches your heart and almost compels you speak out to anyone who will listen (kinda like this post). I recently attended a business and leadership conference called Get Motivated where a bunch of heavy hitting leaders of business, politics, finance, motivation and entertainment all come together for a one day festival of inspiration and motivation. This is the second time I've attended this and I was amazed once again at the lineup of speakers. In one short day, I was able to see Rudy Giuliani, Laura Bush, Howard Putnam, Krish Dhanam, Rick Belluzzo, Colin Powell, Lou Holtz, Dean Graziosi and Terry Bradshaw all speak for about 30 minutes each. It was pretty moving at times and though it was geared towards business, I learned pulled a great deal that touched me as a parent as well. I never really thought about it but you can take the exact same leadership skills you use at work and bring them home to you kids. After all, you are the CEO of your household.
Qualities like:
Responsibility
Accountability
Honesty
Integrity
Trustworthiness
Decisiveness
Compassion
Discipline
These are the cornerstones for everyone, not just business leaders. And just as we learn on the job at work, we're constantly learning how to be a better parent. We can use our experience as an adult to guide your kids. As they get older, our job changes. We start out holding their hand, and showing them the path, but then it's time to let go. Krish Dhanam, one of my favorite speakers created a nice visual for raising kids. He said we simply cannot open every door for our kids. We know things are tough but they have to know to fend for themselves out in the wild or they'll never succeed. Show them how to hunt, teach them how to defend themselves and let them grow. Open the first door for them and then let them find out how to turn on the lights.
Lou Holtz was a big surprise for me. I knew he was a brilliant coach but I never knew why. His simple talk and persistent positive messages were infectious. He gave his Three Keys for Success:
1) Do Right
2) Do the Very Best Your Capable Of
3) Show People You Care - You can love all you want but that love doesn't touch anyone until you show it to them.
He even admitted that this is as basic as it can be but it's absolutely true. In business or in your personal life, any relationship starts with three questions: Can I trust you? Are you committed to excellence? Do you care about me? If you sincerely practice his keys to success, the answer will always be YES. And will this come automatically? Nope, we have to work at everyday. Lou says that it's all in your attitude. You're not a winner or a loser. Your attitude is yours to choose. That makes you a chooser.
As CEO of my family, I'm looking forward to adding a little corporate motivation into my kids' lives.
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