Vision is a lot more than putting a plaque on the wall. A real vision is lived, not framed.

If you don't toot your own horn, someone else will use it as a spittoon.

Asking for other's guidance helps you see what you may not be able to see. It's always important to check your ego and ask for help.

Vision comes alive when everyone sees where his or her contribution makes a difference.

Congratulations offer more potential than cash. The amount of available cash is limited, but managers have an unlimited supply of congratulations. It's important to pay people fairly, but managers also should heap on congratulations and feed people's souls.

Good thoughts not delivered mean squat.

Beware of putting all your focus into results. While results are important, your people should be your number one area of focus.