It’s midway through the year, and a perfect time for me to review my goals for 2014. In January I discovered that the traditional definition of SMART goals felt logical, intellectual and, well, smart. . . but they didn’t do…
Payroll - it's either your single biggest expense line item - or your greatest investment. Do you wonder how you can get a better return on the investment? You start a business, it grows, and you need more people. There's…
The theme this week has been “lighten up, give yourself a break, celebrate your successes!” Don’t you think we’re all our own worst critics? And leadership brings with it a whole ‘nother level of personal critique and judgment. Yes, it…
Have you ever made a change in your strategies or style that you’re pretty sure will help your company to run more smoothly, or more profitably, or just plain better? So you’ve got a strategy, you’ve implemented some new systems…
The single most important key to success in your business, with your team, with your family and in your life is truly hidden from each of us, right in plain sight! Are you thinking, really, that can’t be possible? Let…
I once had a CEO tell me: “I didn’t think my people were going to like the structure you proposed, but they seem to be enjoying the new environment…” It’s a common perception that people are looking for flexibility and…
It’s almost hidden in plain sight. We look at the details, the impacts and the specifics of systems and tools and resources to manage risk, keep employees safe and achieve company objectives, and so quickly lose sight of the relationship…
Does your company have a clear story? Company culture is built around history and stories, stories of difficult times and stories of success will create a sense of camaraderie and fellowship that newcomers will learn over time but never truly…
Is it a goal or an intention? What’s the difference? I woke up this morning with a huge “ah ha!” I’ve just got to share with you. I’ve been kicking myself for weeks now, (well, ok, maybe I’m exaggerating, we’re…
The great gift the internet has given the world is the ability to speak to all those who resonate with our personal style no matter how far away they might be. This is a great opportunity, but also creates a…