What are YOU afraid of?
Fear is a natural feeling experienced by every human being, and in some cases it is a feeling that helps to keep us safe. If you see a vicious-looking dog coming toward you, for instance, it is probably quite wise to heed any feelings of fear and step out of the way. All too […]
Where do you go to be inspired?
We all have times when we are wrestling with a thorny problem or are desperate to generate new ideas but inspiration simply eludes us. We end up going around and around in circles and, instead of things becoming clearer, the waters just get murkier and murkier. Something that is worth trying when you find yourself […]
Energy Crisis? Try TOP (Turn it Off and Play)!
America is going through an energy crisis of incredible proportions. Consumption of coffee/tea/energy drinks are up. New products are being introduced every week. Staying up later. Getting up earlier. Getting by with a little help from our friends at Starbucks, et. al. We’re also going through another sort of energy crisis as costs for electricity […]
Why Doesn’t Your Mom Play?
Over the last five years, I’ve spoken with hundreds of families about playing golf. Most of the time, they’re next door having dinner and stop in to see what we’re all about. After a brief tour (we’re not that big), the husband and children often express their excitement about coming back real soon to play […]
5 Steps to Improving Your Ability to Delegate!
It might sound easy, but delegating to others is one of the hardest things for many managers to master. Failing to learn this particular art, however, has two major downsides. First of all, if you don’t empower your team members, not only will they never develop their skills to the extent that they are able […]
Bored at Work?
Not every job can offer constant excitement and challenge, but if you’re feeling bored at work, your career could be in trouble. Don’t spend your days updating your Facebook profile or playing solitaire. Analyze the possible causes of workplace ennui so you can do something about it: You’re on autopilot. Falling into a routine […]
Where’s Your Game Headed?
“He who fails to plan, plans to fail.” Okay, we’ve all heard that one before. Maybe you heard it when you took your family on week-long road trip and ran out of money half way through. Maybe you heard it from the boss at work after realizing the prospect wasn’t going to be available this […]
Family Life: “What are you trying to say?”
Over the years I have written a number of pieces to communicate a variety of messages to a different audiences. Some messages were casual emails to colleagues, while others were very formal business letters being sent to shareholders. Some were sensitively worded responses to irate customers and still others were detailed memos regarding new products […]
Want to Lead? Real Leadership Comes From Experience!
“It is difficult to inspire others to accomplish what you haven’t been willing to try” – wise words indeed. Imagine, for instance, trying to encourage someone you know to live his/her dream of moving abroad when you have spent your own life saying that you would like to do just that but have never plucked […]
A Positive Attitude Is Good for Your (and Your Family’s) Health
There are few who would deny the link between physical health and state of mind, and going about life with a positive attitude not only keeps you healthier but, of course, also makes you happier in the bargain. Here are a few tips on things that you can do to stay positive and increase your […]
