10 Professional Lessons from the World Cup
After nearly a month of epic play, the 2014 World Cup is over. Germany is basking in the glow of victory. Brazil’s football soul has been crushed. And the United States’ love of the beautiful game is ascending. Countless stories…
How to Lead Without a Title
Let’s say you want to find some leaders to learn from, so you jump online and Google ‘great leaders’. The first result is images of Ghandi, Steve Jobs, Martin Luther King Jr. and Abraham Lincoln. So hey, no pressure, but…
Dare to Compete: Hillary Clinton Inspires Vancouver
Hillary Clinton Inspires Vancouver On Wednesday, March 5, 2014 I participated in history in two ways. First, I attended an event that was the largest in the 127-year history of the Vancouver Board of Trade. Second, while I appreciate everything…
How We Will Reach Our Potential in 2014
Our Potential in 2014 Mike, Kurt and I will know that 2014 has realized its potential when we see streamlined focus on family, hands-on experimentation, and envelope-pushing career growth flourishing in our lives. These are the hopes and aspirations of…
How to be a Vulnerable Leader
How to be a vulnerable leader Taken in the context of leadership, specifically within the workplace, how does vulnerability make one a better leader? This article will explore how to be a vulnerable leader. For the past few years, Brene…
Six Tips for Thriving at Networking Events
Ever found yourself wandering about aimlessly at a networking event? Everyone but you seems to have paired off and you’re on your own like a wallflower, wine glass in hand and concerned look on your face. We’ve all been there…
The Vancouver Street Soccer League: Connecting and Inspiring Communities
The Opener: Vancouver Street Soccer League Helps Participants Reach their Potential The Potentiality inspires and educates change-makers who are passionate about building community. One of the ways we do this is by featuring organizations (businesses, social enterprises, schools, and non-profits) that…
March Madness Builds Community in Six Ways
For the past three years, Alex Grant and I (with the fantastic help of our amazing partners, Robin and Michelle) have analyzed the concept of community through the lens of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, which is colloquially referred to…
5 Principles of Good Leadership Under Duress
It’s easy to be a good leader when things are humming along. But when the wheels fall off the bus and everyone scatters for cover, the best leaders are those who are able to defuse the situation without leaving their…
How to be a Provocative, Enthusiastic and Inquisitive Leader
The Potentiality’s Cartoonist in Residence, Phil Skipper, has an interesting take on leadership. Here is how Phil captured our personal and collective definitions of leadership: “Leadership means inspiring others to do something. Our planet needs leaders like you to save…