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Francis J. Kong
Francis J. Kong
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Redefining success and productivity
by Francis J. Kong - December 29, 2024 - 12:00am
As we enter 2025, many of us feel compelled to set ambitious plans, resolutions and goals to conquer every aspect of our lives.
The one essential business skill for 2025
by Francis J. Kong - December 28, 2024 - 12:00am
The year 2024 will likely be remembered as the year when promises around artificial intelligence (AI) overshadowed genuine technological breakthroughs.
The real Christmas story
by Francis J. Kong - December 22, 2024 - 12:00am
Here is an old material I have kept for some time credited to anonymity. I guess this is the best time for me to share this with you.
Whoever takes the Son
by Francis J. Kong - December 21, 2024 - 12:00am
“But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.”
Christmas reminders
by Francis J. Kong - December 15, 2024 - 12:00am
At a clearance sale, the wife of a federal district court judge found a green tie that was a perfect match for one of her husband’s sports jackets.
The patience and impatience paradox
by Francis J. Kong - December 14, 2024 - 12:00am
A man goes to the doctor with a swollen foot. After a careful examination, the doctor gives the man a pill big enough to choke a horse.
Your presence this Christmas
by Francis J. Kong - December 8, 2024 - 12:00am
This story is about a simple-minded guy who bought his mother-in-law a cemetery plot as a Christmas gift.
A surprise letter from Buffett
by Francis J. Kong - December 7, 2024 - 12:00am
Bill Murphy Jr., writing for Inc., shares his observations and opinions regarding a surprise shareholder letter from Warren Buffett that showcases his wisdom and philosophy, earning him the distinction of being someone...
The lesson on waiting
by Francis J. Kong - December 1, 2024 - 12:00am
I’ve always been intrigued by gifts – both the giving and the getting.
Listen like a leader
by Francis J. Kong - November 30, 2024 - 12:00am
One day, a conversation took place between husband and wife:
Help yourself first, leaders
by Francis J. Kong - November 24, 2024 - 12:00am
“In the unlikely event of a water ditching,” says the flight attendant, “the oxygen masks shall automatically drop, and if you’re with your children, make sure you strap the oxygen mask on...
A case for entrepreneurial leadership
by Francis J. Kong - November 23, 2024 - 12:00am
More than half a year ago, in my leadership seminars, participants would laugh and love the session, while others wondered why I presented Taylor Swift as a case study on entrepreneurial leadership. Then, business...
Improving communication with AI
by Francis J. Kong - November 17, 2024 - 12:00am
When a particular piece of technology is in a stage of hype – and few technologies have been as hyped as AI – futurist Amy Webb explains that it hasn’t yet reached mainstream adoption.
The connected mindset
by Francis J. Kong - November 16, 2024 - 12:00am
Here are some corny daddy jokes about connection:
A little bit of Greek philosophy
by Francis J. Kong - November 10, 2024 - 12:00am
It’s not exactly a surprise anymore when CEOs or company presidents come up to me and say, “Francis, I attended your Leadership Training ages ago when I was just a middle manager, and now I’m running...
The founder mode and the manager mode
by Francis J. Kong - November 9, 2024 - 12:00am
During an interview, the potential employer asked the young man, “What do you consider your greatest weakness?”
Getting old can be glorious
by Francis J. Kong - November 3, 2024 - 12:00am
Some people do not like growing old, while others seem to make fun of it. Listen to what people have to say about growing old:
We are all marked men
by Francis J. Kong - November 2, 2024 - 12:00am
Here is an exciting piece I’ve kept for years and found funny.
What leaders are learning from Gen Z
by Francis J. Kong - October 27, 2024 - 12:00am
In my seminars or ballroom talks, I often get a laugh when I introduce my youngest daughter, Rachel Kong, as my employer and direct boss.
No such thing as a bad idea
by Francis J. Kong - October 26, 2024 - 12:00am
Have you ever joined a “brainstorming session” and heard the facilitator say, “Come on, guys, there is no such thing as a bad idea?”
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