WF Pride Recognition and Respect of Others Chad Cottingham When I think of a lasting impact a group of people had, I think of the ‘Greatest Generation’ – those individuals that grew up during the great depression and into World War II. The term “The Greatest Generation” originated from Tom Brokaw’s 1998 book of the same name. In the book, Brokaw …
WF Pride: Positive Attitude and Passion for Life and Work
WF Pride Positive Attitude and Passion for Life and Work Chad Cottingham Tom Brady and the New England Patriots have been the talk of the NFL, and the nation, the last few weeks for their role and involvement in deflate gate. There are so many pressing events happening around the world, but no one seems to care much about world or …
WF Pride: Willingness and Desire to Sacrifice and Serve
WF Pride WF Pride: Willingness and Desire to Sacrifice and Serve Chad Cottingham I don’t know about your kids, but mine are not very eager or willing when it comes to doing simple chores or work around the house. It seems like Kristen and I have to threaten taking away their phones, or just get angry and raise our voices to …
WF Pride: Excel in Communication
WF Pride Excel in Communication Chad Cottingham I came across a very good article on communication by Dr. Mike Moore titled: Communication 101. It focuses on good communication in marriage, but the same principals can and should be used in all of our relationships. Enjoy! Good communication is the key to happiness. If you find that you’re having challenges and roadblocks …
WF Pride: Discipline and Accountability
WF Pride Discipline and Accountability Chad Cottingham In the last few years, there have been a number of embezzlement cases in our little community, as well as around the country. What has happened? Why has there been such a lack of responsibility with those entrusted with being accountable for those funds? The business dictionary defines accountability as: ‘The obligation of an …
WF Pride: Integrity
WF Pride Integrity Chad Cottingham “I swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth” – a mantra recited dozens of times a week in TV shows and movies. It’s so familiar that its significance can be overlooked. But, when sworn in a court or other official proceeding, it makes everything said afterward either the truth or …
WF Pride: Recognition and Respect of Others
WF Pride Recognition and Respect of Others Chad Cottingham When reading and preparing for this week’s writing, I came across this little story and couldn’t help but share it. A burnt toast When I was a little one, my mom liked to occasionally make breakfast for dinner. I remember one night in particular when she cooked after a long, hard day …
WF Pride: Positive Attitude and Passion for Life and Work
WF Pride Positive Attitude and Passion for Life and Work Chad Cottingham In November, 2014 Lauren Hill played in her first college basketball game for Mount St. Joseph College in Ohio. She scored two points. It was the only game and points she would ever record for her school. The 19 year old freshman passed away on Friday, April 10th after …
WF Pride: Willingness and Desire to Sacrifice and Serve
WF Pride Willingness and Desire to Sacrifice and Serve Chad Cottingham Ever since I was a kid, I’ve always admired and respected policemen and firemen. Their willingness to put themselves in harm’s way on a daily basis takes a special kind of courage and determination. Never has this been more evident than on September 11, 2001 – the day of the …
WF Pride: Excel in Communication
WF Pride Excel in Communication Chad Cottingham One of my favorite commercials took place about eight years ago. A German Coast Guard trainee sits behind a display of computers, gadgets and a big communications radio. I assume it’s his first day alone behind the control panel. A distress call from German waters comes across the airwaves in English. “Mayday! Mayday! We …