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Tag Archives: Olympics
There is so much more the Olympics could have taught us about Brazil
It’s now one week since the Rio Olympics wrapped up. There definitely has been a little bit of “what will we do now?” in our house. I don’t know about the rest of the world, but we enjoyed every minute … Continue reading
Posted in Odds and Ends, Travel
Tagged Brazil, facts, geography, history, inspiration, Olympics, photography, Rio, Rio de Janeiro, travel, TV coverage
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Confidence and commitment, essential for leaders and also for Olympians!
Thinking of the critical traits of strong leaders (character, conviction, confidence, competence, commitment, and communication) we discussed in a previous post while watching (obsessively) the Olympic Games during this special moment in time, I am struck by the necessity of … Continue reading
Posted in Entrepreneurship & Business, Leadership
Tagged character, commitment, competence, confidence, courage, inspiration, leaders, leadership, Olympics, swimming
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The parade of nations: a brief moment of Olympic idealism
I fall for it every time. The Parade of Nations that is one of the main features of every Olympics Opening Ceremony never ceases to fill me with the sense that we human beings, for all our flaws, have the … Continue reading
Posted in Just wondering, Travel, Uncategorized
Tagged Brazil, Burundi, Canada, hope, Indonesia, inspiration, joy, Olympics, parade of nations, perseverance, Peru, pride, Tonga, training
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Let’s hear it for all Olympians, not just the gold medalists
I have a confession to make: I love the Olympics. I love both the Summer Olympics and the Winter Olympics, including practically every event. I can’t wait for the action to begin today. According to a news commentator last night, … Continue reading
Posted in Odds and Ends, Running
Tagged celebration, competition, inspiration, Olympics, politics, training, women's clothing, world
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