“Great leaders can see the greatness in others when they can’t see it themselves

and lead them to their highest potential they don’t even know.”

                                                                                                                                      – Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart

This past Friday morning I had the pleasure of spending the day with an extraordinary group of young people attending the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance’s 4th Annual Young Leadership Conference.  This signature community event provided almost 300 students with the opportunity to attend presentations that enhanced their leadership skills, while also pairing them with inspiring mentors from the local business community.…

 

“Doing Good is a simple and universal vision.

A vision to which each and every one of us

can connect and contribute to its realization.

A vision based on the belief that by doing good deeds,

positive thinking and affirmative choice of words, feelings

and actions, we can enhance goodness in the world.”

                                                                                                                                  -Shari Arison

Benjamin Franklin asked himself two questions each day. At the beginning he asked “What good shall I do this day?” At the end he asked “What good have I done today?” …

A true leader has the confidence to stand alone,

the courage to make tough decisions,

and the compassion to listen to the needs of others.

He does not set out to be a leader,

but becomes one by the equality of his actions

and the integrity of his intent.

                                                             – DOUGLAS MCARTHUR

 

Wednesday morning a week ago I attended a workshop that considered what the workplace of 2030 would resemble. The program presenter, John McElligot, CEO of York Exponential, provided a very thought-provoking presentation entitled, “Embracing Disruption”.…

Three things in human life are important.

The first is to be kind.  The second is to be kind.

And the third is to be kind.

                                                                – Henry James

Good Afternoon:

Last Sunday morning as I sat in Church, our priest, Father John Francis, began his sermon with the quote above.  As the week revealed itself, more and more it became evident that his words needed action. That being said, we should strive to let this thought drive our daily actions and interactions.…

“Imagination is the beginning of creation.

You imagine what you desire, you will what you

imagine, and at last you create what you will!”

                                                                                                                              – George Bernard Shaw

This past Friday I had the opportunity to attend the Berks Fire Water and Restoration Factory’s (BFWR) Annual Open House.  BFWR is a full-service restoration company that has a sharp focus on effective interactions with insurance companies and the highest levels of customer satisfaction. Run by Ted and Lisa Lavender, the firm also has the distinction to serve as The Restoration Technical Institute, an organization that provides Knowledge, Passion, & Inspiration to restoration and insurance professionals nationwide.…