Just a couple of days ago, my wife of over 40 years responded with a hand on her hip and with a disgusted look (because you know we have been here before) when I innocently asked a question. Her quick response was, ”I told you….” So why didn’t I listen (again)? Does this sound familiar to you? Do you have room to become a more effective listener? In a casual conversation, Continue →
Personal Development
Principle vs Expediency – A Summary
When our three sons were in high school, I would say to them, “When you get in the car with your buddies on Friday night, you already know how the night is going to turn out.” So decide before you are asked about going out on the town Friday night whether you are going to accept or not. And if you choose to get in that car, decide beforehand how you are going to react to the Continue →
Three Strategies to Help You Make Better Decisions
My wife and I have three sons. They are all adults now, but I remember holding hands with them as we crossed the street when they were little boys. Like most parents, we tried to help them avoid physical injury. Getting physically hurt would have been a tragedy, but there are other risks that are just as dangerous! Fortunately, I’ve discovered some ways to help us stay Continue →
Why Abundant Thinkers Succeed with Flying Colors!
I wish I had Superman underwear like my three young grandsons have! They remind me of when I was a little boy. I would watch Superman on TV, and he would always say, “Up, Up and Away” right before he took flight! After watching Superman, I would pretend to have his superhero powers. It's one of my fondest childhood memories but as an adult, I now see it was also a great learning Continue →
Learn How Successful People Make Better Decisions
Several years ago, I was enjoying a tasty Texas BBQ lunch with a manager at my company, when he said, “Bobby, I’ve noticed you use the same way to make a decision, no matter if it is a six-pack of Cokes or 6,000 cases of Coke.” I took that as a compliment about how I made principled decisions, and I thanked him. He went on to state a certain strong conviction that he had, which I had heard Continue →
Who Do Strong Leaders Surround Themselves With?
Episode Description: Who do strong leaders surround themselves with? Today on, the True North Leader podcast, my guest John Esparza shares how he learned so much by being in a company of other strong leaders, including two governors. Surprisingly, John overcame obstacles in his life, including losing his father while still a teenager, but was able to rise to very high-ranking Continue →
Can You Say, “I Love My Job” Even When You Don’t?
Episode Description: Can you say, "I love my job" even when you don't? As a leader, is it possible to see our struggles with COVID-19 as a gift? Phyllis Snodgrass, CEO of Austin Habitat for Humanity explains how and why this is possible. Phyllis is a Christian leader who is making a difference with her team, with aspiring leaders, and with one of our nation's biggest community issues: Continue →
Meet the Host of True North Leader – Bobby Albert
Episode Description: Meet the Host of True North Leader! Life-changing events while in college set a new course for Bobby Albert’s life. Get to know the host of this podcast and what drives him to pour into others today. _________________________________________________________________________ Show Notes: Following a successful career as CEO, Bobby sold his business to a publicly traded Continue →
Lean Innovation Secrets: Which Mode Are You In?
Do you want to create more products for your business, but find the development process glacial? Are you afraid that such an expansion could lead to a disaster? How do you minimize those risks by designing innovation to be faster and at the same time more customer-centric? Aaron Eden is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Moves The Needle. Moves the Needle "ignites entrepreneurial Continue →
Five Habits of Personal Growth
A few years ago, I took my oldest grandson to a traditional circus show passing through our hometown. We had such a great time. It reminded me when I was a little boy, and my dad would take me to the circus. I have such fond memories of those days that when our three boys were young, I took them as well. I have always been amazed by the overwhelming size and raw power of the elephants. How Continue →