Our Leadership Academy has come full circle! During our final session, we reflected on the goals participants set at the very beginning and celebrated how far they've come.

The birds I feed —  not seen in the picture —  demonstrate situational awareness by spotting a problem and leaving.

As we develop training opportunities for ourselves or others, making the learning experience as real-world as possible is essential.

On January 27, 2025, we had an excellent leadership academy workshop! Our objective was to analyze the importance of trust and relationships. The team identified a few "seeds of trust." Ideas shared: …

Dive into the world of highly effective mentoring with Mentor Them or They Will, a must-read for anyone committed to guiding young people facing self-discipline challenges.

Ready to grow as a leader? Join your school’s student council and make an impact!

Happy Veterans Day! On November 1st and 2nd, I was honored to participate in Flag Placement Ceremonies at Veterans Memorial Cemetery and across six local cemeteries in the Newark area.

In our recent leadership class, students explored the impact of reflection on achieving success. Through a hands-on tower-building activity, participants learned that reviewing strategies after each attempt leads to significant improvements.

On October 12, 2024, Hockessin United Methodist Church held its annual Pumpkin Patch Event, and it was a day filled with fun, laughter, and community spirit! The event was a resounding success, thanks in large part to the efforts of our dedicated volunteers.

Dealing with a challenging supervisor requires more than patience—it demands high-level thinking and self-discipline. By approaching the situation like a wise investor, we can choose strategies that yield long-term success rather than reacting emotionally. Learn how to make informed decisions, stay calm under pressure, and control what you can to navigate workplace challenges with confidence and clarity.

Challenges and stress are a part of life, and learning how to manage them is essential. This post discusses how instinct and preparation can help students overcome obstacles, such as the dreaded combination lock, and how these lessons can build resilience for future challenges.

Take action today to control your time where multiple objectives can occur. Make your creative efforts fun, and watch your productivity improve. Time is way too short to waste. Effectively using time makes sense.

People who get to the top of their profession display confidence. They have a plan, take time to prepare, and expend energy on activities that help them reach their goals. Therefore, they are confident. They can visualize what they are going to do.

Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American writer, shared "Thoughts are things." Considering what we know about the human brain, his statement is true.

Some people seem to have energy that others lack. Are they more aware of their self-identity? You can almost feel the energy from people who strive for self-improvement.

We can gain an advantage by learning and applying principles just as ancient navies utilized the advantage of the weather gage.

When you plan as a martial artist, you should visualize the big picture of your training and individual skills. Your skill level will improve faster because you focus on prioritizing training.

Making good choices based on looking closely at possible outcomes and unintended consequences provides an opportunity for successful decision-making.

I believe determination is a quality found in those who know how to accomplish dreams. They know that they will need the endurance to see a dream through to the end. They never give up and always keep their eye on the possibility.

"How can I start developing my leadership skills at my age?" The students asking this type of question are already one step ahead of their peers who are not searching for leadership skills.