Articles in Historical Leaders
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March 11, 2010 • Jeremie Kubicek
What an interesting week in the life of American leadership. In fact, it has been a series of interesting weeks. The democratic republic called America is perplexing to those outside of the states for the sole reason that the people hold the power through their representatives. … More…
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October 30, 2009 • Jeremie Kubicek
George Washington, America’s greatest general, first president, and father of our country, was the greatest leader America has ever known. Over his 30 year military career, Washington led his men into 9 battles. Can you guess how many battles Washington won? The answer is 3. That’s … More…
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July 13, 2009 • Jeremie Kubicek
Of all our presidents it would be hard to come across a more passionate, eccentric, results-driven leader than Theodore Roosevelt. He certainly didn’t mind sharing his opinions. Yet, after three terms and an assassination attempt on his life, I think he is worth listening to. What … More…
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July 05, 2009 • Jeremie Kubicek
The study of President Hoover is very relevant for today. While he was probably not the first person you thought about today when you awoke, it is worthy to spend a few minutes thinking about his pitfalls in light of our current global woes. Herbert Hoover … More…
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April 30, 2009 • Jeremie Kubicek
Its time to dust off the resume. Not because of a job search, but rather to gain a new perspective on your career and how it lines up with “success.” If you were to take your resume and truly list the successes and failures without all … More…
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April 15, 2009 • Jeremie Kubicek
After a recent trip to two of the most historically influential cities, London and Paris, I thought it might be interesting to discuss the best of each. Every trip is marked by what you experience, where you stay and who you are with on your journey. … More…
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February 03, 2009 • Jeremie Kubicek
Recently I had the privilege of spending time with Mr. Horst Schulze, the famous hotelier who led the Ritz-Carlton and has founded the 6-star Capella hotel chain. The time was powerful as he shared some core principles that fueled him as a leader. Here are some … More…
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January 23, 2009 • Jeremie Kubicek
A liberator is one that sets people free from bondage or oppression. They are typically great followers more than self-proclaimed leaders. These liberating leaders have affected and will affect people for centuries. 1. Jesus Christ - While Jesus is a non-traditional leader in a Western worldview, … More…
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January 22, 2009 • Jeremie Kubicek
It has been said that a great leader’s influence can last for centuries. I know this is true of evil dictator’s. In fact, if you think about it, a leader (everyone for that matter) will be judged at the end of time by the impact they … More…
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November 20, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
Recently, we held our annual Exchange event in Washington D.C. This event is a powerful two day, high-end leader retreat with John Maxwell. Every year we host this event with around 80 executives from all over the US. We spend time learning and connecting with other … More…
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November 19, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
I recently had the privilege of watching the Frost Nixon play at the Kennedy Center. I would give it 3 out of 4 stars. The play is focused on the famous interview of former President Richard Nixon by talk show host David Frost. In the interview … More…
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November 04, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
No matter which way you vote, I encourage you to do so. It is a gift our forefathers gave us years ago. We have the gift to express our feelings in the form of a vote. That is something to not take for granted. Americans are … More…
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November 02, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
Here is my wish list for our future President. I am writing this for the next President as the current options really don’t match my wishes. Please add your wish list to mine if you like. I wish our future President would… 1. Lead with Principle … More…
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October 29, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
There is much to like about Ronald Reagan, much of which has been written at great length. It seems that politicians on both sides leverage his name around election time, presumably because he has been the only political leader to influence all Americans above and beyond … More…
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October 22, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
Have you ever wondered what historical leaders would say if they were with us now? Maybe not. That thought might make you think I have been watching old re-runs of the twilight zone. The thought actually occurred to me recently as I read the stories of … More…
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October 07, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
In one month Americans will go to the polls to elect a Leader. What qualifies a leader to be our leader is not to the people’s advantage. Yes, we elect them based on what we have to work with. Our political parties choose for us who … More…
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September 25, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
The 33rd President of the United States faced a surreal beginning. Ten days after being sworn in as Vice-President, Truman became Mr. President. FDR’s legacy left big shoes to fill. How was this simpleton, Truman, from Missouri supposed to lead a nation at one of the … More…
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July 29, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
My iPod was blaring a song by Derek Webb, “A Savior on Capital Hill,” this morning. It reminded me of the pivotal mistakes of our society on politics and elections - perspective. Our population has a tendency to lose perspective on what leaders can do and … More…
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July 15, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
Vision and Power: If you have not visited the Holocaust museum in DC, you must. I was actually dreading it for many obvious reasons. What I found was one of amazing enlightenment and a desire to speak truth to the masses. This is one attempt. The … More…
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June 01, 2008 • Jeremie Kubicek
I recently read a bit about Ho Chi Minh. I am amazed where leaders come from. In 1911, Ho Chi Minh boarder a French passenger ship in Saigon as an assistant cook. He spent 30 years discovering the world working as a pastry chef in Boston, … More…