Want inspiration? Me too. I picked up 3 books today, listened to music, and found myself uninspired. Yet I set a goal to write three blog posts today. The good news, I didn’t let go of the goal to get to three despite my lack of inspiration. As I meandered, did other things, kept reading… View Article
Settle for more. I have a piece of artwork up that says that very thing. It reminds me to be disciplined with doing less to have more. More time, more space, more enthusiasm for life and what I bring to it. With the increase of owning time as my ultimate wealth, everything else flows from… View Article
Going above and beyond. It’s a noteworthy act and sometimes feels like a lost art right now. As I look around our business, and those I work with and patronize, it seems to be easier to deliver more as the world is shrinking inward. What small yet thoughtful things can you and your team do to… View Article
“Most serious mistakes are not being made because of wrong answers. The truly dangerous thing is asking the wrong question.” Peter Drucker As a leader, making the time to ask the best question is critical. Often, when I’m rushed, my schedule is full, or I’m over tired I don’t ask great questions which leads to the wrong answers. Slowing… View Article
One of the books I revisit is Keith Cunningham’s The Road Less Stupid. It usually reemerges when I’m stuck, have done something he’d refer to as stupid or as I’m pondering things not working. I always find great fodder for thinking within its covers. One of the gems is right at the beginning, talking about the five disciplines of questions. Referencing these before diving in… View Article
When there is a conflict between two people, it’s always about who is “right.” What if you both are? What if you sorted the facts, found common ground, and discussed how to proceed forward together to find the best outcome for everyone, not anyone? I know, we don’t make it that simple. Yet it is that simple… View Article
Seven truths to consider in your journey to designing 2022 on your terms: These hard times, this pain, these lessons – one day they’ll be your strength, your awareness, your blessings, pay attention. Stop expecting honesty from people who lie to themselves. Watch as closely as you listen. People show you who they are every… View Article
There’s got to be a simpler way. That’s what 2020/2021 has taught me. Simplify everything. From a place of abundance while embracing my highest and best use everywhere in my life. As I’ve been assessing myself, my life and how I want 2022 to happen, one theme keeps smacking me in the face. K.I.S.S. – keep it… View Article
There’s a sweet spot you can find if you’re willing to slow down and consider it. It resides at the intersection of what you love, what the world needs, what you’re great at, and what you can earn money doing. It’s called your purpose. Have you considered it? Have you checked in? Are you on track? … View Article
Thoughts for 2022: Don’t sit on the couch and wait for it. Go out. Make a change. Smile more. Be excited. Do new things. Throw away what you’ve been cluttering. Unfollow negative people on social media. Rest. Breathe. Relax. Play. Wake up with gratitude. Be fierce. Encourage others. Don’t gossip. Show appreciation often. Do things that… View Article
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