Guard Your Gates
THE BLOG
Category: Success
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HEADWINDS
By Rod Patterson, MBA There is no doubt that the movement to make the corporate playing field more diverse has an uphill climb in the coming years. In Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s book, “Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community?” he shared an exchange he had on a flight from the United
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DEFYING GRAVITY
Gravity is an invisible force that pulls everything down, anchoring us to the earth. I felt that force for three years, and yet, in 2024, I experienced a personal triumph that defied this gravitational pull—I graduated with my MBA. In a graduating class filled with brilliant Generation Z students, I felt out of place. A
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Feeling Thinking Doing
There are moments when overlooking an offense is not an option. You must take action or speak up. This is crucial because silence or inaction can have a significant impact on the broader community.
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FOLLOW ME
by Rod Patterson Don’t confuse the number of followers someone has with their effectiveness as a leader. Do people follow you? Who are you following? In past times, in order to gain followers, you had to be a person of substance, character, and deep conviction. Today, you can simply click a button to become a
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HITTING THE BULLSEYE
Hitting the Bullseye: Navigating Goals, Dreams, and Deadlines In the pursuit of success, we often find ourselves navigating a complex landscape of goals, dreams, and deadlines. Jim Kwik, renowned for his insights on accelerated learning and productivity, emphasizes that a goal is more than just a dream—it’s a dream with a date on it. The
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Successful People Know How to A.C.T.
While on your road to success, take these three fundamental keys with you: Be Available Be Committed Be Teachable These are attributes that you will find exhibited in people who stand out. They make it a habit to—be available, be committed, and be teachable. This is especially true with respect to personal and professional growth.
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SURVIVE THE MOMENT
Your life can change in a moment. There are times when your very survival depends on what you do in that moment. Thanksgiving is normally a wonderful time for our family to get together. This past Thanksgiving reminded me of a time about a decade ago when my life could have been turned upside down.
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Yertle, Mack, and The Stack
Mack and the Burp Effect In the midst of ongoing protests sparked by the unjust murders of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, and other African Americans, I stumbled upon a profound story that resonated deeply with me. Dr. Seuss’ “Yertle the Turtle” unveiled a thought-provoking tale about power, ambition, and the courage to stand
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WHAT IS YOUR ACTIVATION KEY: 3 Tips to Unlock Your True Potential
“You not only need cheerleaders to encourage you, but also “Challenge-leaders”, individuals who push you to dig deeper, reach farther, and climb higher.” – Rod Patterson
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