The Important Work Of Remembering

William Howard Taft had good reason to neglect his friends, but he did not do that.

The Leader's WorkJuly 18, 2014Heroes, Leadership lessons, Presidential biography Comments

How Leaders Gain Discernment

How do leaders grow in discernment?

The Leader's WorkJuly 10, 2014Doris Kearns Goodwin, Presidential biography, Theodore Roosevelt, WisdomComment

The Drudgery Of Leadership

There is a monotony to leadership, hidden routines that sharpen one's edge and build capacity.

Servant Leaders Waive Rank

It is great to talk about servant leadership, but it is better to witness it.

The Leader's WorkDecember 11, 2013Presidential biography, Servant Leadership, Ulysses S- GrantComment

Successes are an answer to all criticism

Reflecting on the Mexican-American War in general and the taking of the City of Mexico in particular, Ulysses S. Grant -- who was not in command of the army -- mused about he might have done things differently than General Scott.

Thought Of The DayNovember 18, 2013Presidential biography, PresidentsComment

Someone Has To Step Up And Lead

One person can live on a desert island without leadership. Two people, if they're totally compatible, could probably get along and even progress. If there are three or more, someone has to take the lead. Otherwise, chaos erupts.

The Leader's WorkSeptember 24, 2013Courage, Leading in crisis, Presidential biography, PresidentsComment