How to Get Ahead with a Little Encouragement
As the college-age swimmers pushed and glided effortlessly across the pool, the crowd watched in awe at the incredible athletic…
Category: positive talk
When your team grows, check your attitude – Part 2
In Part 1, we shadowed Bill as he struggled with the expansion of his marketing team. Two new hires joined…
Why Not Dig a Hole For Your Soul?
The waves crashed melodiously, relentlessly on the beach. Time’s ceaseless, forward push seemed to whisper: “Our days are numbered, but…
How I stumble every day
To admit blindspots is the first step towards improvement, right? OK; let’s dive in. Let busyness get the best of…
Create your MJ Moment
When Michael Jordan was in his prime, it was magical to watch him dominate a game. Defenders would try and…
5 ways to stay engaged at work
The alarm clock beeps and it’s time for another day at work. Stumbling out of bed, you shake sleep from…
How NOT to introduce someone to your team
A manager hires a new worker and can’t wait to get her started. He gets her settled in her new…
It’s fun; it’s nearly free; it’s jump rope.
Thankfully, I’ve always been a devotee of exercise. Most mornings, I rise before the sun and raise the heart rate…
Believe in Yourself When It’s Your Time
Ready. On Your Mark. Set. Go. It is a mad dash for the finish line as ten finely-tuned, focused athletes…