19 Oct 5 Ingredients For Creating A Unifying, Inspiring Grand Vision
A unifying vision is vital to achieving true success. It is at the core of motivation and is like a lighthouse that gives us direction....
26 Oct The Magic of Personal, Family and Organizational Values
Posted at 15:42h in James Mapes Blog
He who knows much about others may be learned, but he who understands himself is more intelligent. He who controls others may be powerful, but he who has mastered himself is mightier still. —LAO-TZU I have a beautiful handcrafted brass kaleidoscope that sits on the corner of my desk. It’s...
17 Aug The Quantum Leap value of Respect
Posted at 20:01h in James Mapes Blog
Part of my chosen life’s work is to help people become aware of their values and provide strategies so they can form their personal and organizational visions. But what if they lack personal integrity? What if they have no sense of fair play? What if...
18 Jun VISION FIRST – GOALS SECOND & THE POWER OF FORESIGHT
Posted at 15:56h in Articles
Some time ago I was hired to present a keynote and to develop and facilitate a series of half-day programs on leadership, communication and the power of imagery to both mid-level and senior management of a large oil company....
15 Mar HAVING THE GRIT TO SACRIFICE FOR SUCCESS
Posted at 14:50h in Articles
One of my favorite words in the English language is ‘creativity’ and one of my least favorite is – ‘sacrifice’. Creativity resonates as full of possibility, adventure and limitless imagination....
31 May THE PRICE OF PASSION
Posted at 09:21h in Articles
Defining passion can be tricky, playing with your mind. When you think of passion, you may have images of someone enthusiastically pursuing a goal, preaching a sermon or having a strong sexual desire for someone. ...