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An Introvert’s Guide

February 14, 2019 By Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

An Introvert’s Guide

Most people assume I am an extrovert because I attend a lot of events, speak in front of huge audiences and coach leaders. But that couldn't be further from the truth. Meetings, conferences, networking and events come standard with any leadership position; for some, being a professional extrovert comes naturally, but for others like myself, it's hard work. The truth is, I am an introvert who operates in an extrovert world. I am really quite terrible at small talk. At a party, I feel much more … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business, Community, Leadership Tagged With: continuous learning, Events, Introvert, leadership, Learning, Listen, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First

11 Signs You Are a Community Catalyst

January 16, 2019 By Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

11 Signs You Are a Community Catalyst

On a regular basis, I get an email or call from community leaders around the nation saying, “We have so much potential but cannot seem to grow. What should we do?” As we talk more about their communities, it becomes clear that they have passionate historians and caretakers but lack the people whom I call "Community Catalysts." These are the people who lead fearlessly and ignite growth. But what is required to be a Community Catalyst? Dream Big You do not need all the answers … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Posts, Community, Leadership Tagged With: catalyst, Change, community catalyst, dreams, execute, fearless, grow, Leader, Success

Pay It Forward

August 8, 2018 By Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

Pay It Forward

We all understand that the idea of “paying it forward” is a good thing. We know that when someone does something thoughtful for us, we should make a conscious effort to spread that goodwill by lending a hand to someone else in turn. But it’s critical to remember that every interaction, no matter how small, offers you a choice to pay forward something either contagiously positive or infectiously negative. Remember What's Important Sometimes this choice is easier than others. It is easy to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Posts, Communication, Community, Excellence, Leadership Tagged With: community, growth, leadership, Pay it forward, positivity

Civility: It Begins With Each of Us

April 18, 2018 By Ron Kitchens Leave a Comment

Civility: It Begins With Each of Us

I have been thinking a lot lately about civility. I asked a friend, who is famous for his joy, about how to stay positive and peaceful in today’s world. In response, he sent me an audio copy of Dr. Martin Luther King’s final speech known as his “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech. I have listened to it a half a dozen times this week and reread it almost as many times. Fifty years after they were spoken, Dr. King’s words haunt me, but at the same time, bring me incredible hope. In his final … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication, Community, Leadership Tagged With: civility, compassion, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Dream, Joy, Love, unity

An Introvert’s Guide

October 5, 2016 By ron kitchens Leave a Comment

An Introvert’s Guide

The business of business is relationships; the business of life is human connection. – Robin S. Sharma People assume I am an extrovert because I attend a lot of events, I speak to many groups and coach leaders. You get the point, in a leadership position there are many events to be hosted and attended. For some, this comes natural and for others, like myself, it is work. The truth is, I am an introvert who operates in an extrovert world. I am quite terrible about small talk. I feel … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business, Community, Leadership, Uncategorized Tagged With: continuous learning, Events, Introvert, leadership, Learning, Listen, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First

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