5 Songs For Your Leadership Playlist When You Need Motivation
Song can be very powerful. When listening to lyrics, I found five specific songs that I would love to highlight with you today. While you are reading through the lyrics, take a moment to understand what the artist is saying. It’s pretty cool to see how leadership can be taught through music. So if you […]
Pay Attention, Ask For Help, Set Your Soul on Fire – Leadership Tips
Each month Swift Kick will be highlighting a member in our community who shows extraordinary Leadership within their own community. In the month of February, we decided to conduct a Q&A with Tony Williams. He is a dedicated Community Assistant, the Social Diversity Chair for Association of Campus Events, and the Membership Chair for KU Presidential […]
10 Quotes about Leadership and Success
I was talking with a friend the other day and asked her what leadership was. She said, “To me, [it] is someone who can work with a group, and helps guide that group in the right direction. It is not someone who makes demands, it is someone who works well with others.” I liked her […]
5 Quotes on Why Speaking Well is a Requirement for Leaders
Public speaking might be terrifying, but there will be a point that it’s necessary. Here are 5 reasons why, according to some quotable people. The above five reasons are why we are so excited to announce our Speak Easy Bootcamp so you can learn to present like a professional. Join Tom and Melissa for a […]
Why ‘Disney’s Lion King’ Perfectly Explains Life
Outside of the brilliant animation work and the lovable characters, The Lion King (the first one primarily), highlights valuable lessons people, particularly leaders, should always work to remember. Yes, it might be a Disney movie, but these African animals represent so much more. WARNING, SPOILERS AHEAD. The Future Simba, the future king of Pride Rock, has […]
Sugar, Butter, Flour: Life Lessons from Waitress
“Sugar, butter, flour” were the first words sung on a dark stage with a spotlight on Jenna, a waitress at a pie shop, who is unhappily married, pregnant and has an affair with her doctor. A few weeks ago, I saw Waitress with the APCA Leadership on Broadway Conference. The talent on the stage blew me away, […]
5 Quotes on the Importance of Community From Folks of All Kinds
Everything we do at Swift Kick is to create communities where everyone feels welcomed, connected, and engaged. We believe that nobody can reach their highest potential alone. We put together some lovely quotes worthy of a spot on your Pinterest board or in your work-space.
10 Inspiring Leadership Quotes from Winning Super Bowl Coaches
Even if you don’t care about throwin’ the old pig skin around, a coach is always a great example of leadership. I gathered some great quotes from NFL coaches who have one the Super Bowl so that you can give your week a kick start! Hope these make a great sporty addition to your quotes […]
A Lesson in Empathetic Leadership from “To Kill A Mockingbird”
“First of all,” he said, “if you can learn a simple trick, Scout, you’ll get along a lot better with all kinds of folks. You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view – until you climb into his skin and walk around in it”. This is a famous […]
From the Mouths of Huggers! International Free Hugs Day Update
Well, this is exciting! We have already gotten 1,298 pledged hugs for November 7th! We ask everyone who signs up to tell us why they are excited to participate, and we got some lovely responses: “We’re participating in Free Hugs Day because it’s a great way to express our care for each other, and improve […]