Goodness – Page 5 – Disney Leadership Keynote Speaker

Notice and invent simply by writing every morning

Disney's Tree of Life — Disney’s Tree of Life

Caution, borderline self-indulgent post. But i needed to hear myself say this today.

Knowing that i am compelled to say something tomorrow about what i learned yesterday, what i get to do today, and what i hope for tomorrow, i notice things in glorious, simple ways i would never tap into if i didn’t write every day.

And what i learned, get to do, and hope for might help someone else on their journey to live like they mean it.

Every.

Day.

Five differently-themed blogs.

On five different websites.

Since April Fools Day, 2009.

Yeah, seven and a half years, five-a-day, never missing a day.

Ever.

Impossible.

(note: 65 days from 8 consecutive years…insane)

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This website is about our mental attitude. To easily leave this site to read today’s post on jeff’s physical health website, click here.

On April Fool’s Day 2009, jeff noel began writing five daily, differently-themed blogs (on five different sites). It was to be a 100-day self-imposed “writer’s bootcamp”, in preparation for writing his first book. He hasn’t missed a single day since.

There’s something good about belonging to a tribe

Florida High School 3A Basketball final four — Today revolves around a special “first” for our 15-year old High School.

There’s something good about belonging to a tribe.

That sense of being part of something meaningful.

Acceptance.

Shared values and shared experiences.

Support.

Tonight, for the first time in our small School’s 15-year history, or Boys Basketball team has made it to States.

There is something electric in the air.

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On April Fool’s Day 2009, jeff noel began writing five daily, differently-themed blogs (on five different sites). It was to be a 100-day self-imposed “writer’s bootcamp”, in preparation for writing his first book. He hasn’t missed a single day since.

This website is about our mental attitude. To easily and safely leave this site to read today’s post on jeff’s physical health website, click here.

From 5th grade to 50 years later

Roosevelt Elementary School, Allentown, PA — Back in the day.

There may only be one or two people today for which this is the right message at the right time…

An unsolicited book compliment from my wife’s 5th grade (1968) teacher.

Why is this important to share?

Because it’s risky.

Risky to think an opportunity would have been easy to share, but fear or apathy denied it.

Here’s an excerpt from yesterday’s email to my wife:

“The bonus I received from my visit (to see my wife’s parents) was a copy of Jeff’s book your mother gave me. I thoroughly enjoyed the book—I also like the format.

While reading the book I realized I followed many of the questions Jeff outlined in the five areas of life—mind-body-spirit-money-HQ . Maybe that is why I believe I did an ok job as an educator and in my personal life.

The section of “the fear of dying” was most enlightening and beneficial. In addition I have taken Jeff’s challenge to do “something great within 72 hours”. After finishing the book I started 3 challenges and I am much happier …More are planned.

Again, thanks for the impact YOU have made on my life..Because of you I kept in touch with you and your parents over the years….and now through Jeff you continue to have a positive affect on my life.. Not many teachers can say that about a 5th grade student they had in class over 50 years ago.

Best wishes for a healthy and happy New Year.”

i’m not selling books, i’m offering hope that you can love yourself the way you deserve.

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On April Fool’s Day 2009, jeff noel began writing five daily, differently-themed blogs (on five different sites). It was to be a 100-day self-imposed “writer’s bootcamp”, in preparation for writing his first book. He hasn’t missed a single day since.

This website is about our mental attitude. To easily and safely leave this site to read today’s post on jeff’s physical health website, click here.

Mentoring ambitious Cast Members is part of Disney’s Leadership culture

Disney Conference Speakers — Mentoring ambitious Cast Members is part of Disney’s Leadership culture.

Mentoring ambitious Cast Members is part of Disney’s Leadership culture. But it depends on the leader, all of whom have more responsibility and accountability than they have time to accomplish. At least it feels like it.

We met yesterday for the second time. It started from a LinkedIn connection and grew to an informal “meet and greet” – a common Disney leadership best practice.

Even though retired, my desire to help other Cast Members is vibrant.

Why?

Because it’s a glorious ~~obligation~~ opportunity to pay back those who mentored me.

In the spontaneous photo above, tangible proof of what passion looks like: an ambitious future leader feverishly taking notes.

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You know that feeling when it overwhelms you?

Walt Disney Legacy Award presentation — Lee Cockerell (far left) gifting the very first copy of his second book, The Customer Rules.

You know that feeling when it overwhelms you? When someone does something for you that is so wonderful, and so extraordinarily unnecessary?

Profound humility.

And when you realize that you are actually doing the same thing for others but didn’t understand the magnitude. This is a moment.

Two days ago, Lee Cockerell provided a milestone catalyst that changes everything. He has a track record of being that type of person to the world.

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