Back in the mid-80's, Jon Hein coined the term "Jumping the Shark" when talking about the moment iconic television shows start to decline. The term grew in its popularity and use. He explained Jumping the Shark as: "A defining moment when you know from now on... it's all downhill...it will never be the same." While a bit dramatic, if you use this for your life - it's a … [Read more...]
What I learned about Living from my College Kids
If you are my age - college was a long time ago. Regardless of how long it has been, you probably have many memories. Some memories may be quite fond; others not so much. Either way, you surely remember it as a period of change and growth. While I remember college like it was yesterday, the reality is - I now have two college kids of my own! That fact alone is enough to … [Read more...]
Is there a “David” in the chaos you call Life?
Michelangelo was a great artist - few would argue. He took 2 years to create his masterpiece - the sculpture David. Two years of painstaking work - literally carving his vision out of solid marble. What I find interesting about sculptors is they create art by removing that which is non-value added. By carving out non-essentials, the art rises to the surface. You need … [Read more...]
Did you make the mistake of killing your Purpose to create your Success?
Every day you make choices. Every day you decide how to use the 24 hours you've been given. So what do you choose? In making your choices, be sure to remember the difference between success and purpose. Take a minute to read a story about one of my clients. Use his experience to remind you of this crucial distinction. Earl is 53 years old and has worked his way to a VP … [Read more...]
Are you following a Yellow Brick Road (or asleep in the field of poppies)?
As a child, I felt sorry for Dorothy and Toto - how scary to be dropped in a foreign land far from family and friends. Now, as an adult, I think she was on easy street! How simple - she just has to follow the yellow brick road to arrive at her desired destination! That's so much easier than trying to figure it out on your own! It's true - Dorothy dealt with a few lions, … [Read more...]