3 Reasons Why Changing You is Better than Changing Your Children

Posted by on Jun 22, 2010 in Book Reviews, Lori's Blog, Parenting Skills | 0 comments

I am reading a great book right now called “A Parent’s Leadership Field Manual” by Max Klein.  One of his messages is an important one to embrace.  He says “We can only lead our children toward their potential if we are on the way to reaching ours – not in terms of wealth, status, or education, but in terms of the quality of people we are and the strength of our character.  That strength of character is simply the sum of our applied leadership traits.” It...

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13 Skills Learned in the Profession of Motherhood

Posted by on Dec 2, 2009 in Family and Parenting, Personal Development | 0 comments

Is motherhood really a profession?  Well, if you look at a list of professions, you probably won't find it on the list, but I'm not sure why.  If you think about it, many of the same skills you need on the job are necessary in the profession of motherhood.  What we get paid $30,000 to $100,000 a year at work, we are paid nothing at home.  But really, what's more important?  Building a company or raising the next generation? Take a look at these valuable...

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From Superstar Athlete to Team Player

Posted by on May 28, 2009 in Ask Lori, Lori's Blog | 0 comments

Dear Lori, My 11 year old son is a darling young man, until he plays a sport.  Then he becomes so darn intense.  He has to win, he has to be the best, and he does not always see other team mates accomplishments.  If they win a game he will say “did you see my homerun”, and not necessarily make note of his other team mates home runs. I want him to be more of a team player and not focus so much on his successes but the successes of the team as a whole. Dear Pam, I can certainly...

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Everyone is a Leader, So How Will You Lead?

Posted by on Jan 30, 2008 in Personal Development | 0 comments

For as long as I can remember, people have asked the question "Are you a leader or a follower?"  There was an attempt to categorize or label people based on their ability to lead other people.  What if I were to tell you that everyone is a leader, either by choice or default?  Would it change your perception of who you are, or would you continue to think of yourself as a follower because that is what you’ve believed all your life? If you are a parent, then you are...

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