Happy New 2018 – I’m excited about 2018. Everybody I know seems to think this year is going to be better than last. I agree. The vibe seems to be on the upswing. But let’s not leave it to chance. Let’s set some definite intentions to keep it move it moving in a…
A Thanksgiving Tip Thanksgiving is nearly here, the kick-off day to the holiday season when we’re all supposed to count our blessings and give thanks for the good in our lives. I say “supposed to” because, if you know me, you know I believe these are things we should be doing every day, all…
Of late, I’ve been in a state of reflection. In order to do that, I’ve had to slow down a bit. And breathe. And listen. The challenge with reflection is there is always such noise going on in our heads – and in the myriad devices at our fingertips – that often the higher…
What a mess the world seems to be in today! Looks like the economy’s up, the market’s heading down, the institutions we once counted on can’t seem to be trusted (think Wells Fargo, VW and Equifax) and people are very very edgy. Seems while some people win, a whole lot of others lose. It’s enough to make…
An Indelicate Moment – hey we all have them occasionally I was talking to a friend of mine the other day. It was an awkward conversation. He was giving me some feedback about how the last time we spoke I made him feel self-conscious. I heard him. I walked away thinking, “Perhaps…
Have you ever gone into a department store, bank, or restaurant and been greeted by someone who was acting polite, but who you knew couldn’t give a rip? It’s a major turnoff for most people. (That’s because it’s a sure sign of insincerity and a lack of caring.) But you and all the…
Survey results and a “Time In” for you. Pay attention. pay attention. We pay with our attention. where are you putting your attention these days? I’ve been quiet lately. My ear’s been to the ground. I’ve been reading a lot of different things and gathering lots of information over the last months.…
Gary Hamel, speaking at a big customer conference where we both were presenting said, “In a time of accelerating change we are getting stupider by the moment.” I’ve never forgotten it because I agree. If you’re not getting better you cease being good. I recently attended the WorkHuman conference in AZ. It was my second year…
As I do frequently, I recently spoke at a meeting of top execs who are looking to create thriving companies. Once again, (really?) the topic of managing young people today, AKA Millennials, came up, as it’s done for at least a dozen years. I’m still hearing some of the same things now that I heard…
Ever notice that the very first sentence we say to each other at the very first moment of a New Year begins with “Happy”? Yep, the very first word we shout as the ball drops is “Happy!” Our very first wish for each other at the beginning of a new year is a…
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