‘Dare to Lead’ Dar What Makes an
March 5 was World Book Day, and while the big day has passed, we want to share a book that has been circulating the office: “Dare to Lead” by Brené Brown, Ph.D. This book has given everyone in the office a fresh perspective on what it means to be a great leader. There is something in this book for everyone, whether you’re a leader in your family, work environment, or friend group! In her previous works, Brown has taught us what it means to challenge the things that get in the way of our dreams. Now, after seven years of research, she has determined the effective, actionable strategies you can execute to lead your team to success. To accomplish this, she conducted interviews with different leaders in a variety of businesses, including small startups and family- owned businesses to nonprofits, civic organizations, and Fortune 500 companies. She asked these leaders what they do differently to lead in the modern era. What she found was that they were ready to be vulnerable when the situation called for it and listened without interrupting. Modern leaders were also self-aware of their flaws and vices.
Staying Stateside for St. Paddy’s?
Celebrate With These Little-Known Festivities
There’s no place quite like Ireland on St. Patrick’s Day. What was once a purely religious holiday to honor the legend of St. Patrick chasing all the snakes out of the country has turned into a global celebration. But if a trip to Ireland isn’t in the budget, check out these three little- known stateside destinations that are just as festive. Short and Sweet in Arkansas Thanks to the clever thinking of some Irish friends meeting for a pint at a bar on one of the shortest streets in the world, Bridge Street in Hot Springs, Arkansas, the First Ever 17th Annual World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade will travel 98 feet once again this year. Don’t assume the turnout isn’t robust just because the distance is staggeringly low. The parade lasts for hours, drawing thousands of people to watch celebrities, musicians, bands, floats, and Miss Arkansas glide by. The event also features a Blarney stone kissing contest and a parade king and queen. A Little Luck in America’s Heartland O’Neill, Nebraska, is home to the world’s largest shamrock and more unique St. Patrick’s Day traditions. This Irish community doubles down on its heritage every March with a traditional parade, music, and Irish dancing. But the town also hosts a popular dodgeball tournament and donkey basketball. What could be better than pummeling your opponents in dodgeball and outpacing the competition while riding a donkey in the school gymnasium? Perhaps enjoying a pint or two with your teammates afterward. And O’Neill is just the spot to do it. Ohio’s Little Piece of Ireland You may not be able to fly to Ireland, but you can visit a little piece of it right in the U.S. Head to Dublin, Ohio, this St. Patrick’s Day for a traditional celebration sure to put a wee bit o’ pep in your step. Partake in a traditional Irish breakfast or enjoy a parade complete with bagpipers and Irish dancers. Boasting one of the largest celebrations in the U.S., Dublin is an affordable alternative for those looking to celebrate the Irish way.
But there was one underlying characteristic in great leaders that Brown emphasizes: courage. She writes, “The courage to be
Pesto Chicken Wit Inspired by CookingLight.com Brighten up after a cold, dark winter with this fresh and flavorful springtime dish.
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2 tbsp Parmesan cheese 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted 6 tbsp spinach pesto 2 cups cherry tomatoes 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced 1 tsp red wine vinegar
2 1/2 tbsp olive oil, divided 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts, pounded to a 1-inch thickness Salt and pepper to taste
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1/4 cup whole- wheat panko
Directions 1. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tbsp olive oil. 2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and add it to pan. Cook chicken for 5 minutes on each side, then remove pan from heat. 3. In a bowl, combine panko, Parmesan cheese, and butter. 4. Spread pesto over chicken and top with panko mixture. 5. Broil chicken for 2 minutes on high heat until browned. 6. In a skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. 7. Add tomatoes and cook for 6 minutes. 8. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. 9. Season tomato mixture with salt and pepper, and add red wine vinegar. 10. 1Serve tomatoes with broiled chicken. 11.
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