by Lodestar Guidance | Dec 1, 2023 | decisiveness
Decisiveness: Finalizing difficult decisions without hesitation Confidence to make decisions + willingness to take risks = decisiveness People with decisiveness are characterized by certainty, determination, and conclusiveness. They can decide quickly and effectively,...
by Lodestar Guidance | Nov 15, 2023 | Attitude, blog
If we have a negative attitude, we are resentful, uncooperative, and cynical in our thinking and behavior. With a consistently negative attitude, self-esteem and confidence diminish, we make errors in our decisions, productivity sharply declines, and challenges become...
by Lodestar Guidance | Nov 1, 2023 | Attitude, blog
Attitude: The capacity to stay positive and optimistic despite the circumstances Choosing positive thoughts and behaviors + being optimistic in every circumstance = attitude If we have a positive attitude, we think optimistically, hopefully, and cooperatively, and our...
by Lodestar Guidance | Jan 1, 2022 | blog, Character, Flexibility
Flexibility: willingness to change or compromise as a situation requires***Willingness to adapt and change + seeing a need and responding proactively = flexibility*People who are flexible are cooperative and willing to compromise. They are resilient, make adjustments,...
by Lodestar Guidance | Oct 15, 2023 | blog, respect
Respect: Showing esteem and appreciation for someone or something People who lack respect disregard others and do not recognize others’ positions or achievements. Disrespectful people are discourteous and may be impolite and offensive. Enemies of Respect:...
by Lodestar Guidance | Oct 1, 2023 | blog, respect
Respect: showing esteem and appreciation for someone or something Honoring and recognizing abilities and achievements + valuing and appreciating others = respect Respectful people show admiration and esteem for others and are known for their courtesy and...
by Lodestar Guidance | Sep 15, 2023 | blog
People lacking stewardship are negligent, wasteful, and careless with the resources and assets under their care. They squander resources by neglect or deliberate disregard. Enemies of Stewardship: Ownership: Ownership, taken too far, disables effective...
by Lodestar Guidance | Sep 1, 2023 | blog
Stewardship: Administering and managing personal and financial resources effectively. Managing your resources responsibly + willingness to delay gratification for long-term goals = stewardship People with stewardship effectively control, maintain, manage, and protect...
by Lodestar Guidance | Aug 15, 2023 | Character, Compassion
If we lack compassion, we are apathetic, merciless, and unresponsive to the misfortunes of others, and we do not see a reason to help. Research shows that people who view the world with compassion are generally happier. People who practice compassion produce 23%...
by Lodestar Guidance | Aug 1, 2023 | blog, Character, Compassion
Compassion: Investing in the healing of others with the willingness to bear their pain. Awareness of others’ situations and struggles + using your time and resources to help those in need = compassion If we are compassionate, we notice the suffering and difficulties...
by Lodestar Guidance | Jul 15, 2023 | blog, Character, Orderliness
Disorderly people may be careless about their surroundings and methods. Their environment may be untidy and disorganized, and their routines may be inefficient and ineffective, leading to poor results. When you are disorganized, circumstances may overwhelm you...
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