“Part of executive functions is the ability to look to a goal deadline ...” — Henry Cloud Quote

“Part of executive functions is the ability to look to a goal deadline and assess where an organization is in meeting it.”

“In a very real way, ownership is the essence of leadership. When you are 'ridiculously in charge,' then you own whatever happens in a company, school, et cetera.”

“This is one of the marks of a truly safe person: they are confrontable.”

“The best way to advance in a career is to get great results while working with people.”

“If you are building a culture where honest expectations are communicated and peer accountability is the norm, then the group will address poor performance and attitudes.”

“We are all deceivers to some degree. The difference between safe and unsafe “liars” is that safe people own their lies and see them as a problem to change as they become aware of their deception.”

“Mortal experiences give us the opportunity to assess what we are doing with our lives.”

“It's not my job to judge or assess. I think single, black, white, married - people are doing the best they can.”

“I have a standup I do in gay bars, and it's filthy. I have to assess the crowd. If it's an all-gay crowd, I'll dip into the stories of my sordid past.”

“As part of any new leadership organization, you come in with a team. You come in to assess. You come in to rearrange.”

“Remember, life itself is a mission. While we are on the go, we need to stop between steps to re-focus on the Word and the Will of God. While we are on the go, I mean, while we are on the mission, we need to sometimes stop at intervals to assess our progress and prepare ourselves for the challenges ahead.”

“I always assess what's my fault, but I don't dwell on mistakes, I never have; it's not part of my make up. I know what I am and know what I can do. You just move on.”