Essays and reflections on entrepreneurship, leadership, and building companies.https://davidhenzel.com/en-ushttps://davidhenzel.com/blog/fear-not-every-religion-agrees/https://davidhenzel.com/blog/fear-not-every-religion-agrees/Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Sufism all carry the same core message: overcome fear through love. This isn't modern self-help. 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A love not fear approach to emotional intelligence, vision, and bold action.Tue, 05 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://davidhenzel.com/blog/teach-leadership-traits-child/https://davidhenzel.com/blog/teach-leadership-traits-child/Three practical ways to instill conscious leadership traits in your children, from team-building through activities to storytelling that models grit and perseverance.Tue, 29 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://davidhenzel.com/blog/characteristics-of-effective-communication/https://davidhenzel.com/blog/characteristics-of-effective-communication/How entrepreneurs can strengthen their marriage through empathy, honesty, and active listening — with a practical framework for structured conversations with your partner.Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://davidhenzel.com/blog/why-marriages-fail/https://davidhenzel.com/blog/why-marriages-fail/Four common reasons entrepreneurial marriages fall apart — from diverging priorities and emotional distance to financial distress — and practical strategies to prevent each one.Wed, 16 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://davidhenzel.com/blog/managing-happiness-course-summary/https://davidhenzel.com/blog/managing-happiness-course-summary/A complete overview of the Managing Happiness course. A six-part self-leadership system for applying business principles to your relationship to build a thriving, purpose-driven marriage.Mon, 17 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://davidhenzel.com/blog/the-coaching-habit/https://davidhenzel.com/blog/the-coaching-habit/A summary of Michael Bungay Stanier's The Coaching Habit and its seven essential questions for conscious leadership. Transform how you lead, coach, and communicate with your team.Mon, 23 May 2016 00:00:00 GMThttps://davidhenzel.com/blog/the-definitive-guide-to-planning-your-life/https://davidhenzel.com/blog/the-definitive-guide-to-planning-your-life/A comprehensive, actionable guide to purpose-driven life planning. 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