There is a lot more that meets the eye in the things we take for granted in everyday life. One of the most powerful things of living—and suffering—through this pandemic has been lessons we have learned about how much “more” there is behind and underneath what previously had been seen as just an everyday, everywhere reality. Now that … More Five “More” Mysteries
I have to admit, right now I have writer’s block. I usually have such profound wisdom and insight to give people, especially as we enter a new year. But right now, I’m just not sure what to say. Most of us have experienced some kind of loss this year and many of us are still in the … More I don’t know what to say!
When we approach a problem or decision, a strategy or action; “do the right thing” is something that rings in our hearts and even in our mission statements. So, how do we know what the right thing to do is? When it serves others, considers their needs, or blesses them in some way …. even if … More The Right thing to do checklist
All week I’ve been providing some insight [I hope] into the question, which way shall I go? It is not only a question of direction, but more importantly direction in the middle of desperation and loss. It is fitting today, Christmas day, that I talk about my faith. Of all things, my faith pulled me through. Specifically, my … More Which way shall I go [The 2021 Question] part V, and final post in this series
I know what it’s like to live through times of desperation when you just don’t know what way to go. It saps you of all your energy. Sometimes you just can’t think straight. You go months, and in some cases years to find answers to the question, which way shall I go? During my time of loss and … More Which way shall I go [The 2021 Question] part IV
We have been talking about times of desperation and loss. Times of uncertainty. For those of you who are experiencing that during these times, I am very familiar with the question, which way shall I go? I had a coaching, consulting, and training business for about eight years or so, writing two books. During that time my income … More Which way shall I go? [The 2021 Question] Part III
This is the question on so many people’s lips these days. As we struggle with loss and look around to get a foothold. How do you go somewhere when you can barely hold on? How do you plan with nothing but uncertainty and financial ruin facing you? This is a question I faced more than once … More Which way shall I go? [The 2021 Question] Part II
Alice: “Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” The Cheshire Cat: “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to.” Alice: “I don’t much care where.” The Cheshire Cat: “Then it doesn’t much matter which way you go.” (from Alice in Wonderland, Lewis Carrol) This is the 2021 question is it not? It is the “fork in the road” … More Which way shall I go? [The 2021 Question]
What companies were the biggest disappointment to you when it comes to the service they gave you…or should I say didn’t give you? My guess is that the disappointment centered around an expectation you had because of a promise they made. They didn’t do what they said they would do or what you expected them. You … More The Greatest Cost of Customer Service
“The purposes, meanings, and motivations inside a person’s heart are deep, complex, and often hidden, but a person of understanding has the ability to draw them out” (my paraphrase, Proverbs 20:5) To know a person and understand their motives—what drives them—is a great talent often found in dynamic and successful leaders. It’s like they can see in … More Developmental leadership
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