Tim Elmore

I spoke to a fellow CEO recently about his organization’s vision. He explained the statement was accurate to the products his company sold but that it didn’t “move anyone.” When I asked what their vision was, he shared it word for word: “To be the best service company in our industry.”  I agreed with him. While it was a big...

When I was in high school and college, I don’t remember anyone talking about leadership. It was not a topic of conversation; it was not a course I could attend; it was not even a challenge that adults (teachers or coaches) gave me on campus. It is safe to say–leadership wasn’t even a category in my mind. The first mention...

The experiences that mean the most to the generations that follow us are often the ones that will help them live fuller, more resilient lives. Since 1979, I’ve been committed to mentoring emerging leaders—both students and young professionals. I became a father in 1988 and now have two adult children. Over time, I’ve identified that the experiences that are the...