Christmas is the hap-happiest season of all. Well, it is usually. But this year, thanks to the global pandemic, tidings of comfort and joy seem to be in …
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Be a “People Whisperer”
Several years ago, I learned about Monty Roberts who is more famously known as “The Horse Whisperer”. The following excerpt is his story... Monty Roberts …
The Essentials of Business
The Essentials of Business In just a few weeks, we’ll begin the 4th quarter of the year, a quarter that for most is filled with assessment of the current …
FINDING THE RIGHT HIRE
Much has been written recently about the importance of aligning the work we do with how we are wired. From Jim Collins telling us to get the right people on the …
Perspective Before Planning
How many times have you been part of a strategic planning session where your dominant thought was something like, “This has been such a waste of time. We’re …
Umpiring and Leadership
A few weeks ago, I spent a weekend umpiring a baseball tournament for 9 and 10 year olds. For two days, it was baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and...well, I don’t …
A Different Take on the SWOT Analysis
Most of us who have been in business for any length of time are familiar with the SWOT Analysis. Originated by Albert S. Humphrey in the 1960s, the SWOT is a …
What Are You Being Called To Build?
I recently met with a young man (OK, he was in his thirties, but I’m pushing 50 so he was young to me) who is struggling in his job. He described his company as …
My New Face
Last week, I spent 4 days with business and organizational leaders from around the country. As often happens at these gatherings, I was asked “What do you do?” …
Will You Manage 2017, Or Will It Manage You?
Happy New Year! (I think I'm allowed to wish "Happy New Year" until January 31st :-) ). As I start this new year, my plan is to be more effective, more …
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