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Set Your Own Path

It is important to stay true to what you believe. Only then can you stay on your path.

July 5, 2015 · 1 Comment

A Model of Perseverance

Ballerina, Misty Copeland, is making history in Washington, DC tonight as a soloist with the American Ballet Theatre. Her presence on stage in Swan Lake is more than just historic. Copeland’s turn on stage serves as a model of perseverance for millions of young women.

April 10, 2015 · 2 Comments

No Excuse

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December 11, 2014 · Leave a comment

Withstanding Turbulence

During my 20 year career, I have learned every job comes with trials. Luckily for me, I have also gained an understanding that the test of true leadership is how … Continue reading

July 4, 2014 · Leave a comment

Confidence Starts With You!

I discovered this great photo on Twitter. It is a reminder that faith in yourself is where true confidence begins.  tlb Source 

June 23, 2014 · Leave a comment

Becoming Great!

“The secret of my success is that I persevered. I didn’t give up, I didn’t say, this is a lousy job and I’m unhappy and I’m going to quit. I … Continue reading

April 28, 2014 · Leave a comment

How Will You Fail Today?

I found this great photo today on Twitter that I could not wait to share. The author of the photo frames a question that could be asked by anyone. “What would you attempt … Continue reading

April 27, 2014 · 1 Comment

Life Lesson

Make this a major part of your lesson planning each day. tlb Source

April 13, 2014 · Leave a comment

ABC’s of Fostering Grit

If you are a frequent visitor to principalaim then you know how essential I believe it is for children to develop the ability to persevere (so that hopefully they grow … Continue reading

March 5, 2014 · 1 Comment

Influence of the Human Spirit

An avid sports fan, while watching this year’s Winter Olympics in Sochi, I wonder what it really takes to compete at the extreme levels that professional athletes have to compete … Continue reading

February 9, 2014 · 1 Comment