Below is a collection of Dr. McGlaughlin’s most recent observations (500+). Most of these observations are made throughout the course of everyday life, captured by dictation, and added to FlintsNotes.com. You can read more about the observation capture process here. The content here changes 5 days a week, so be sure to check back often. Also, feel free to leave a comment in the comments section of each observation.

February 29, 2012

On the Danger of Borrowing Your Faith from Another

Beware of the man whose theology was discovered on another man’s journey. Everyone does not have to be an original thinker, but everyone has to be […]
February 28, 2012

On the Team as the Leader’s Mirror

The leader may consider his team as a mirror. Your team will become who you are, not simply who you tell them to be. Genuine self-awareness […]
February 24, 2012

On the Misconception of Social Media as a Recent Phenomenon

For some reason we think social media is a relatively recent phenomenon. However, social media has existed from the beginning. The internet itself is grounded in […]
February 22, 2012

On Writing and the Importance of Meaning over Melody

Because of my aesthetic nature, I must constantly remind myself of an essential principle: never let the melody interfere with the meaning. In writing, the meaning […]
February 21, 2012

On Discerning the Difference between Inactivity and Rest

We sometimes mistake rest for the absence of activity. But I find that my deepest rest comes from those times when I intensify my activity. I […]
February 16, 2012

On Managing the Perceived Value of an Offer

When increasing the force of a value proposition, one cannot stretch “appeal” and “exclusivity” beyond their intrinsic substance. We can strive to maximize appeal; we can […]
February 15, 2012

On the Leader’s Ability to See Around the Corner

At one level of leadership, you are able to lift up your head and see beyond what you are currently managing. You can perceive what is […]