Eliminating Turbulence on the Ground

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

On my recent return trip from China I missed the connection in Denver because the flight was delayed in LA…

Experience a Change in Your Thinking

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

We heard the words change and experience discussed at both recent political conventions. Often when we think of change we…

Hot Leadership Moves

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

I am taking salsa lessons. It is both fun and challenging to be a beginner. It requires and open mind…

AFFIRMATION Thoughts for Parents and Leaders

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

I live across the street from Debbie Phelps. I talked with her the Saturday before the Olympics. She is a…

Golden Dreams

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

Bob Bowman, Michael Phelps’ swimming coach, instilled three beliefs in the champion. Dream big Use your imagination Anything is possible…

Bringing Vision to Life

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

Joy, pride, artistry. These are the words that came to mind watching the opening ceremony of the Olympics. From the…

Being Intentional

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

One of my goals for golf this summer was to break 100 on my home course. I shared this intention…

Fear Less at Any Age

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

Most five year-olds are fearless. They will try practically anything. They do not stop to think about possible dangers. We…

Creating Your Book of Life

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

When we are in kindergarten we learn to read. The stories have simple sentences. They are not complex, run on…

Clarifying Roles

Mary Ann Skipper 2008 Leadership Tips

When we are in kindergarten we learn to play many different roles. We are line leaders, weather reporters, flag holders,…