Thursday, February 24, 2011

(1) The Five Temptations of a CEO: A Leadership Fable

Author: Patrick M. Lencioni


Mr. Lencioni has a unique way of presenting leadership challenges in a story/fable form.  In this book he discuss the temptations that leaders face.  A few examples include, can you give negative feedback?, are you more concerned about your status or the product you produce?, clarity or certainity?.  

Final Analysis: I recommend this book to anyone who is tasked to lead either a very small or large group.

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Bill and Maddie

Bill and Maddie, we loved having you here and look forward to you living a lot closer when you move to DC.  Shannon and Hunter, it was not the same without you.
Friday: Bill took Maddie and Josiah to the TN aquarium

Saturday: Bill, Maddie, Josiah, Levi and I we hiking on thr farm.  The benches are a product of my Christmas gift from Patty...chainsaw





Now for the cupcakes, we made of twist of this recipe.  We added fresh strawberries in the batter.



Saturday: thanks to the cheap vodka, here you go!

Friday: The ultimate fort building material, a surplus army tent

Mystery Cube

Today I made this! Really it was an excuse to buy a set forstner bits.  See video below of how to do it.