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,…