DON’T Do These Things!

I have another blog, Leaderclip, which is sort of a clipping blog, where I try to post daily a summary of an article I find interesting or useful. That blog started as a sample project to encourage some clients to create a scrapbook of articles that inspire them so that when they need inspiration or … Continue reading →

The Kids Are All Right!

I spent some time the last couple days judging a regional home-school speech tournament sponsored by the National Christian Forensics and Communication Association (NCFCA), and it reminded me about a number of things we might forget when we get busy doing projects, business deals, vacations, etc. As my good friend and mentor Ed DeCosta would … Continue reading →

An Idea That Took Off

I started a new blog as a demonstration project for clients. Boy was I surprised when people found it and read it! Continue reading →

Stacy the Waiter: Customer Service genius

Emily Heyward recently wrote a column in FastCompany about what restaurants can teach us about making clients happy. Her thoughts about being willing to make recommendations, keeping track of the details and taking the time necessary are relevant and on point. She disputes some people’s contention that the best restaurant service is the kind you … Continue reading →

How to succeed at the highest level

Be prepared. What you do when it doesn’t matter has a major impact on how you will perform when it does matter. Colin Kaepernick was asked, recently, if he was nervous about starting in the Superbowl after starting only 1/2 a season. “No,” he replied, “because I am prepared.” Kaepernick replaced one of the top … Continue reading →

If you are a blogger and wondering what to blog about over the holiday, consider these tips by time thief at onecoolsitebloggingtips.com. Her blog always has great ideas for WordPress bloggers and for those wanting to generally blog better! Merry Christmas! Continue reading →

Top 10 Ways to Set and Achieve New Year’s Resolutions

It is Christmastime and a time to be grateful. It is also the end of the year, and time to take stock of what you have done and what you want to do in the coming year. How did you do achieving your goals in the past year? A University of Scranton study concluded only … Continue reading →

Join a Mastermind

Do you want to explore leadership or the art of building connections to improve your personal and business relationships? Then join a Mastermind. Napoleon Hill coined the term “Mastermind” in his book Think and Grow Rich. A Mastermind is a group of individuals gathered together in unity to tackle a specific challenge or opportunity. Think of … Continue reading →

Chick-fil-A Leadercast Part 2 — Leading with our Choices

Last week we talked about some insightful and inspiring people: Andy Stanley, Urban Meyer, Tim Tebow, Soledad O’Brien, and Dr. Roland Fryer. They talked about passion and responsibility–using your passion and taking responsibility as choices. This week we’ll wrap up with some great business practical application. The Speakers Marcus Buckingham (author and founder of The … Continue reading →

Chick-fil-A Leadercast — Choices We Make

Last month on my web site I promoted the Chick-fil-A Leadercast to you, talking about what a fun and challenging time it would be. I found it personally (and physically) challenging. It was loads of fun and I would encourage you to save the date of May 10, 2013 for next year’s Leadercast! Focused on … Continue reading →