A Salute to Independence

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

Politics is prevalent, especially in this election season. We have vigorous debate about health care, immigration, The Dream Act, gun…

Sharing Words of Wisdom

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

Many of you responded to my request asking to share advice that you either wish you had received or that…

Father’s Day Lessons

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

I saw an interview on CNN about a documentary on fathers in honor of Father’s Day. The movie maker asked…

Commencement Advice

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

This is the season of graduations. Commencements signify a new beginning for the next stage in life. We celebrate our…

The Law of the Jungle

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

I just got back from a safari. One thing that stands out in the bush is that the strongest animals…

Memorial Day Tribute

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

As we commemorate Memorial Day it is an appropriate time to pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed…

Doors

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

We often hear that life is about opening doors. I recently read a metaphor that intrigued me. It says that…

Running with Purpose

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

On Saturday I participated in a race for Girls on the Run. This organization stresses the importance of physical activity…

Creating Kindness

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

Yesterday when my friend and I went for a walk we passed a man mowing his lawn. When we walked…

The Dance of Leadership

Mary Ann Skipper 2012 Leadership Tips

I have been taking dancing lessons in preparation for my upcoming wedding. Dancing teaches us lessons for leading and following…