finding role models

Wooden, Wimbledon, Wrong Calls, and the World Cup
“Wondering what all these W’s have in common? They provide cases of excellent role models in sports that we can pass on to our children and grandchildren. After witnessing so many instances of poor sportsmanship over the years,…” Read More

Cheer Captain Phillips and Train for Your Own Success
“Americans were thankful and joyous to learn of the successful rescue of Richard Phillips, captain of the Maersk Alabama, a commercial ship bringing much-needed food and supplies to Africa. Capt. Phillips acted “… Read More

Lessons Boomers Can Learn from Senator Kennedy
“Senator Ted Kennedy was the last of the Kennedy brothers whose power, challenges and triumphs dominated a generation of politics. He was eulogized as an inspiration to his family and to those in public service. His body of work…” Read More

Captain Sullenberger: Heroes and Lessons Learned
“Bravery and humility – often at the heart of fairy tales – are qualities that can inspire all of us to be the best that we can be. And, with the doom and gloom of the economic crisis, we were primed and about ready for a miracle. “… Read More

Mothers Capture Precious Medals at the Beijing Olympics
“The full range of female athletes on the 2008 Olympic teams makes it clear that age and family responsibilities are not the barriers to participation in the Games they used to be. Stories from Beijing highlight the courage and resolve of the mothers of the “… Read More

The Real Face of the Beijing Olympics
“The anticipation of the Bejing Olympics was palpable – and the spectacular opening ceremonies, at the impressive Bird’s Nest, proved it was well worth the wait. Yet the ideals of the summer games are also well represented behind the scenes:”… Read More

What Tim Russert Can Teach Boomers
“There have been non-stop tributes to Tim Russert – from erudite political friends to strangers traveling long distances to pay their respects. He was the toughest interviewer in broadcast journalism and few had come even close … Read More