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The 19 E’s of Excellence 1. Enthusiasm! - Be an irresistible force of nature! 2. Exuberance! - Vibrate—cause earthquakes! 3. Execution! - Do it! Now! Get it done! Barriers are baloney! Excuses are for wimps! Accountability is gospel! Adhere to the Bill Parcells doctrine: “Blame no one! Expect nothing! Do something!” 4. Empowerment! - Respect and appreciation rule! Always ask, “What do you think?” Then listen! Then let go and liberate! Then celebrate! 5. Edginess! - Perpetually dancing at the frontier, and a little or a lot beyond. 6. Enraged! - Determined to challenge and change the status quo! Motto: “If it ain’t broke, break it!” 7. Engaged! - Addicted to MBWA/Managing By Wandering Around. In touch. Always. 8. Electronic! - Partners with the world 60/60/24/7 via electronic community building of every sort. 9. Encompassing! - Relentlessly pursue diverse opinions—the more diversity the merrier! Diversity per se “works”! 10. Emotion! - The al...
On May 28, I celebrated my birthday, a milestone that feels both significant and humbling. As I sit down to write, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude and reflection on the journey that has brought me here. Looking Back: Lessons and Memories The past year has been a whirlwind of experiences, each teaching me something valuable. There have been moments of joy, moments of sorrow, and everything in between. I've learned that life doesn't always go as planned, but it’s these unexpected twists and turns that shape us into who we are. Gratitude for Today Today, I am grateful for the many blessings in my life. My family and friends have been my anchors, offering love and support through thick and thin. Each person in my life has played a role in my story, and for that, I am deeply thankful. I am also grateful for the simple pleasures—the warmth of the sun on my face, the sound of laughter, and the comfort of a good book. These moments remind me to appr...
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