October, 2011

Michael Lee Stallard

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Develop the Heart of a Champion

Michael Lee Stallard

Research by psychologist K. Anders Ericsson has shown that it requires approximately 10,000 hours of intentional practice, with coaching, to become an expert. Ten thousand hours is roughly equivalent to ten years of putting in 20 hours of practice a week. The importance of perseverance and practice is obvious. Every bit as essential to becoming great, yet less obvious, is the importance of the character strengths of humility and love.

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Why We Work Hard and Persevere

Michael Lee Stallard

The U.S.S. Montpelier Command Philosophy (below) is an outstanding example of values articulated in a clear and compelling way. Remember that values at their best are a source of pride and guidance for employees. To be the most effective, values must be communicated in writing and verbally because people usually learn by reading or listening. A portfolio of simple yet compelling stories should be developed that can be told to help people remember your values.

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Disconnection: The Subversive Side of Technology

Michael Lee Stallard

When I speak or teach, I’m nearly always asked if human beings can be “over-connected.” This question is typically in reference to an obsessive use and reliance on online technologies. Technology is a double-edged sword. On the one side, it allows us to connect with people who share our interests and with those who are not near us in a geographical sense.

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Recent Media Appearances

Michael Lee Stallard

Here is a link to the article I wrote about Starbucks. The article is entitled “ Have a Heart.” It was published in Outlook Business for Decision Makers , a leading business magazine in India. In addition, below are links to three segments of a radio interview I did yesterday morning with Jim Blasingame, host of the nationally syndicated Small Business Advocate program.

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A Healing Connection

Michael Lee Stallard

We’ve been doing more work of late in the health care field, helping organizations such as the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center develop Connection Cultures that boost employee engagement and improve patient outcomes. If you have a story to tell or are aware of practices that boost connection at hospitals, would you please post it on the comments below or email me at mstallard@epluribuspartners.com.