14: Four Leadership Lessons I’m Thankful For

“There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.” Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Act 2

Four stories from my career of leadership lessons I’ve valued:

McDonald’s and the value of humility
How I utilize this in daily client interactions now

Orientation and the value of excellence
I utilize this in teaching and production of this show

My first job and the value of consequences
Today I utilize this to have courage
“Our chief want in life is someone who shall make us do what we can.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson

My friend and colleague and the value of love
In tough situations, find something to love about the other party

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