by Nancy Maki | Articles, Blog
Who said, “The privileges of being an American belong to those brave enough to fight for them”? After flying with a barnstorming pilot in Washington, D.C. as a teenager, this famous four-star general dreamed of becoming an aviator. But instead of taking the direct...
by Nancy Maki | Articles, Blog
Who said, “I have learned to imagine every person wearing an invisible sign that says, ‘Make me feel important’”? This entrepreneur was truly ahead of her time. With just $5,000, she built a multimillion-dollar empire based on one principle: understanding women’s...
by Nancy Maki | Articles, Blog
Who said, “My brave fellows, you have done all I asked you to do, and more than can be reasonably expected”? A struggle we hear frequently from leaders today is how to gain the loyalty and respect of their employees. The most common answer is often easy and...
by Nancy Maki | Articles, Blog
Who Said, “The People When Rightly and Fully Trusted Will Return the Trust?” If you’re looking for a good example of how to build trust in the workplace, there is one person you should consider. He wasn’t the owner of a small company or the CEO of a huge organization....
by Nancy Maki | Blog, Coaching
Being a leader can feel overwhelming at times. The good news is it doesn’t have to be. With a little determination, you can focus your attention. Think “simplify” and “less is more.” How to declutter your leadership strategy: 8 simple steps The ability to focus is a...