Simple is good. Simple that significantly impacts your life and career is even better! I want to share a "simple" which created real insight and learning for me in hope it does the same for you! Last week I spoke to an executive with whom I work. We were finishing some details for an upcoming visit. While it had nothing to do with our conversation, just before we hung … [Read more...]
5 Strategies for Turning Failure into Fuel (not Kryptonite)
In case you missed it - last week was the most exciting finish to an NCAA Basketball Tournament - ever! As the final second literally ticked away, Villanova made the winning basket. Depending on who you were cheering for, you either screamed with delight or looked shocked and dismayed. What a game! As always - I find there are some great lessons for all of us in these … [Read more...]
When did “Learning” Stop being Your Priority?
Somewhere along the line, "learning" stopped being your "job" - It's time to fix that - Let me explain... I had the pleasure of hosting my daughters and their friends over spring break down in the Redneck Riviera. During the week - two things became very apparent to me. First - I'm old. That was painfully obvious in my feeble attempts to keep up. Secondly - learning is … [Read more...]
Don’t Make this Mistake when Interviewing Candidates
When was the last time you had a first date? Chances are - it's been awhile. Let me remind you of what it feels like and how you behave: You wear your favorite outfit (which you pick out well in advance). You are on your best behavior - you smile often, laugh at the right time and listen intently. You try to impress - you want the date to go well and put effort into … [Read more...]
What the “Bowels of the Bayou” Can Teach You About Life
I didn't want to do it. In fact, if I died at age 150 and never did it - I wouldn't care. I couldn't understand why anyone would ever want to! I'm not talking about picking up dog poop, balancing my checkbook or getting a root canal. It is nothing that manageable. Nope, I'm talking about visiting Mississippi! Let's be honest - who wants to live in Mississippi?! I know New … [Read more...]