by Luis Rivera | Jul 2, 2019 | Author, Leadership, Luis Rivera, Strategy, Uncategorized
When most people hear the name “Eisenhower,” thoughts of excellence, humility, and stoicism are spurred. And while there is no doubt Dwight D. Eisenhower was one of the most effective leaders our country has ever produced, his success did not come by chance, nor was...
by Luis Rivera | May 30, 2019 | Luis Rivera, People Development, Strategy, Uncategorized
Historians had this to say about the purpose of the RMS Titanic: Traveling on the Titanic was a voyage of purpose, primarily to transport mail, cargo and passengers, many of whom were emigrating, as steadily and safely as possible. Designed to withstand harsh...
by Luis Rivera | Apr 24, 2019 | Leadership, Luis Rivera, Uncategorized
Seven years ago, I became the chief executive for an organization of over 600 employees, the largest organization I had the honor to lead in my then 18-year career. As I contemplated how to lead the organization and develop the vision for the team, I was reminded by...
by Luis Rivera | Mar 21, 2019 | Author, Luis Rivera, Uncategorized
Allow me to set the stage: I walk into a large hotel ballroom. A lot of people are standing around. Some are talking. Some are handing out business cards. Some are quietly tucked away in a corner. And others are stuck by the continental breakfast and coffee bar. I...
by Luis Rivera | Feb 13, 2019 | Author, Leadership, Luis Rivera, People Development, Strategy, Uncategorized
I remember it like it was yesterday: I was in a classroom listening to my professor give a lecture on time management. He stated, “Master your time or it will master you.” Fast forward 25+ years later. Time management, and my professor’s words, continue to be a...
