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.

March 14, 2017

On Leadership and Ultimate Motivation

Which one of these leader’s life aims is most powerful? 1) The one who finds pleasure in her own interests, then acknowledges so and pursues it. […]
March 13, 2017

On Leadership and the Appearance of Humility

Leaders sometimes reduce humility to a series of humble actions (“humble techniques”).  These efforts do not represent authentic humility. They often represent the appearance, the attempt […]
March 9, 2017

On the Complex Being of “I”

Elsewhere I have questioned the nature of “I” when predicated with “I am”. I have asked whether or not “I” is a plural, a compound, or a set. The reasons that motivate […]
March 8, 2017

On Combining Simplicity with Complexity

The best strategy is a “complication” of simplicity and complexity. Simplicity of vision is different than complexity of execution. This calls for a shift in thinking. […]
March 7, 2017

On Leadership and Cutting Through Self-deception

It may be possible to for one to cut through self-deception and understand themselves better, it may be easier for one to determine their life’s aim, […]
March 4, 2017

On the Power of Influence

The universe is a construct of influence. It is the influence of stars and planets that create a solar system. It is the influence of protons, neutrons, and electrons […]
February 28, 2017

On Leadership and Achieving the Extraordinary

In leadership, you get what you settle for… The leader must beware of settling for the “mere extraordinary”. In today’s rapidly evolving world, yesterday’s extraordinary is […]