As we move into December and get ready to wrap up 2023, it's time to think about what tweaks and changes you are planning on making in 2024. What are you going to do differently? This is more than just a rhetorical question—it's a call to action. Identify the areas that demand a fresh perspective, a new strategy, or a revamped approach. Whether it's redefining leadership practices, enhancing employee engagement, or refining operational efficiency, pinpoint the aspects that could benefit … [Read more...]
Being Intentional With Gratitude: Happy Thanksgiving
As we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, let's not only relish in the warmth of this special day but also embrace a spirit of gratitude that extends far beyond the holiday feast. “Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance.” ~Eckhart Tolle How are you intentional with gratitude in your life? Each day you may find that there is someone you come into contact with where you have an opportunity to offer your appreciation and even encouragement … [Read more...]
How Do You Feel About Failing?
How do you feel about failing? How about when it’s your co-workers, employees, or your kids? “I don’t want it to go right for my kids all the time. I told them that this morning. I said, I want you guys to fail because I want to see what you’re made of if you fail and when you fail. Because life isn’t gonna be just a smooth ride, so we gotta develop resiliency.” Tom Brady This was from www.today.com on January 24 2023 “Most people fail in life not because they aim too high and miss, but … [Read more...]
Does Anyone Ask The People Who Do The Work?
Does anyone ask the people who do the work? Let’s be clear – I’m not trying to expose the secret of consultants. Seriously though – and this is true for any size company – does anyone actually have a real conversation with the people who day in and day out are actually doing the work? Performing the functions that ultimately deliver the goods to their clients/consumers. Now I’m not speaking about surveys, forms or blanket emails. In fact it’s not even forums filled with hundreds or … [Read more...]
Do You Know Your Influence Factor?
Do you know your influence factor? There are those of us who most of the time are influencers. We readily take the lead and influence people and thereby outcomes. There are many people who are happy to be influenced the majority of the time. Not really questioning, instead just following along with being influenced. Now you would expect context matters. It would seem to me the people who are most often influenced would still make their own choices for what clothes to wear and what … [Read more...]