My Prerogative
“Man is not, by nature, deserving of all that he wants. When we think that we are automatically entitled to something, that is when we start walking all over others to get it.” Criss Jami My greatest concern as I watch the events of this last election cycle unfold is not who is in the…
Read MoreFirst, Motivate
Ken Parker “Without motivation, nothing else matters.” Ken Parker, CEO and co-founder of NextThought, discusses with Thomas Hill the single most important factor surrounding education and the challenge of communication. Ken is a brilliant innovator with a passion for adult learning and integrating technology into education and corporate training. Join this conversation as Ken identifies…
Read MoreOf, By, and For
On July 4, 1776, thirteen American colonies declared themselves to be the United States of America and claimed freedom from the tyranny of the British Crown. It was a dangerous and bold move. They went on to say that they “hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are…
Read MoreHelp Them Be the Hero
Michelle Garrett In our current climate, becoming disconnected is very easy and often precarious. Today, Michelle Garrett, licensed mental health therapist, shares with Thomas Hill specific ways leaders can create connection and emotional safety for their employees, the key to keeping yourself healthy, and the one daily action that will create a paradigm shift in…
Read MoreBetter Than Nothing
“We’ll do a virtual conference. It’s better than nothing.” “Let’s just grab curbside. It will be better than nothing.” “What about gift cards instead of a Christmas Party? That’s better than nothing.” This year has brought so many changes, and with those changes we are developing a different mindset. Where we used to strive for…
Read MoreThe Good, The Bad, and The Best
What is good? Art, food, design, music, architecture, business…in basically every creative endeavor we find ourselves assigning value to the work of others. Why are some paintings hanging in museums and others are never seen by anyone other than the artist? Why are some songs by some artists played on the radio incessantly while others…
Read MoreTell Me a Story
Dr. Nathan Mellor “The story is not the point. It is the onramp for people to be able to engage more deeply.” Dr. Nathan Mellor, CEO of Strata Leadership, spends his life making leaders better. In his compelling conversation with Thomas Hill, Nathan explains why leaders need stories to become more effective; he speaks of…
Read MoreIntentional Unintentionality
Spencer Silver failed in 1968. He was trying to develop a new super-strong glue for his employer, 3M, but instead, he created the opposite: an adhesive that stuck to objects but could be easily lifted off. He tried to get the folks at 3M to see the potential for his new adhesive, but it took…
Read MoreMore Money Than You Need
Mo Anderson “When God puts a dream in your DNA, it comes true in spite of your circumstances.” At 83 years and with an amazing life story, Mo Anderson, former CEO and current Vice Chairman of Keller Williams Realty, shares a lifetime of leadership truths. In her conversation with Thomas Hill, Mo discusses tenacity, standards,…
Read MoreDiversity at the Table
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt “It’s just a speech unless you turn it into action.” Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt passionately believes in diverse, inclusive leadership. Join this conversation as Mayor Holt shares with Thomas Hill his thoughts on balanced representation for decision making, how to achieve community buy-in, and why simply listening to people…
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