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Develop Mental Toughness With This Ancient Practice

May 18, 2020 No Comments

When I think of the word mental toughness, I think about Michael Jordan. Growing up, I was obsessed with Jordan, just like every other kid and adult who enjoyed sports.

I’m currently watching The Last Dance, a 10-part documentary series about Jordan’s last season with the Chicago Bulls. The documentary is excellent, even if you’re not interested in basketball. It gives you an exclusive look inside the mind of one of the greatest athletes and competitors of all time.

Jordan is arguably the best basketball player in history. According to critics, Jordan is the best because he went to 6 NBA Finals and won every single time. In contrast, other legends like Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Kobe Bryant, and Lebron James, have all lost championships.

Leadership

What Losing My Voice Taught Me About Leadership

February 6, 2020 No Comments

As I’m writing this, I can hardly speak. I had an infection or virus and as a result, my so-called larynx is inflamed. That’s why I can’t use my voice. You know that platitude, right? You only miss something when it’s gone. Man, do I […]

Leadership, Life Lessons

How To Be More Assertive

January 16, 2020 No Comments

I learned to be assertive from my mother. She always expresses her feelings, is comfortable with saying no, acts in her family’s best interest, and also thinks about the common good. She’s the most assertive person I know. No one can take advantage of her. […]

Career Advice, Leadership

Make Something Different Out Of Yourself Every 3 Years

April 8, 2019 No Comments

When I was finishing grad school by the end of 2010, like everyone that leaves school, I had to build a career. I didn’t think about making something different then. Instead of getting a management traineeship, like most of my fellow business administration students did, […]