Tag Archives: leadership

Who Are They To Judge

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Matt Mielke

I just finished reading a short book from the LIFE Leadership development system titled “Get Er Done – The Green Beret Guide To Productivity” by Michael Martel, a former Green Beret (as I would expect). It is a short, easy-to-read … Continue reading →

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Harness the Right Mentality: Lessons from African Teams in the World Cup.

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Matt Mielke

“Some people believe football [soccer] is a matter of life and death, I am very disappointed with that attitude.  I can assure you it is much, much more important than that.” ~Bill Shankley (1913-1981; regarded as one of football’s greatest … Continue reading →

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The “Moon Man” – Robert Goddard and Thoughts on Leadership

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Matt Mielke

“It is difficult to say what is impossible, for the dream of yesterday is the hope of today and the reality of tomorrow.”  Dr. Robert H. Goddard The other day, my wife was working through some writing exercises with our … Continue reading →

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American Freedoms & LeaderShift

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Matt Mielke

“We waged wars on poverty not poor people…” Below is a copy of the most recent blog post by Orrin Woodward.   The LIFE business recognizes there is a problem,  but what is so refreshing is the solution that we … Continue reading →

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Teachable Moments with Children

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Matt Mielke

“You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make him drink….but you can salt his oats.”   Orrin Woodward There’s a Leadershift happening in our country and I’m so thankful we have the LIFE business to help us … Continue reading →

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Leadership Guru in the Making – Dan Hawkins

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Matt Mielke

Wow, my mentor has grown again!  His leadership blog was selected as one of the top 50 Leadership blogs to follow in 2013! Most of my 3 readers know that one of the most influential and profound influences in my … Continue reading →

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Making Waves Through Adolescence

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Matt Mielke

This last Sunday I heard an interesting metaphor regarding how parents are raising their children through the turbulent adolescent waters of life. Draw a simple mind picture with two islands and a huge body of water separating them.  The islands … Continue reading →

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I Am a Hummingbird

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Matt Mielke

“You may never know what results come of your action, but if you do nothing there will be no result.” – Mahatma Gandhi Enjoy today’s post from my wife, Michelle! My friend Vanessa sent me this video that I fell … Continue reading →

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The “Intimacy Iceberg”: How Your LIFE Ship Is Headed Straight Toward It!

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Matt Mielke

Our life is like an iceberg.  We see the 10% on the surface, but it’s the 90% below the surface – our thoughts, attitudes, beliefs and habits – that can sink our hopes and dreams. The iceberg – what an … Continue reading →

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The Mental Fitness Challenge Movement – Become A Part of History!

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Matt Mielke

Mental Fitness Challenge Going Viral! Americans are obsessed with bingeing weight loss programs.  An article in 2009 from CBS News Health Watch states, “About 45 million Americans diet each year. People in this country spend $1 billion to 2 billion per year … Continue reading →

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