In spite of broken clocks and watches, time does not stop. Even the Rolling Stones knew that when they sang, “Time is on my side.” Hang on. That’s not the right lyrics. I really meant … Read the rest…
Hi. I hope you’re having a great day. Mine’s just dandy, thanks for asking. Except for the extra prep work I have to do this morning before I leave home. Yeah, I couldn’t just get … Read the rest…
Here’s a bubble burster. You can’t be ready for action no matter what happens. Yep, you read that right. But I should maybe clear that up a little. Sure you can ready for action. Just … Read the rest…
A very old saying, probably started by somebody like Ben Franklin, said, “Quitters never prosper.” Nowadays you’re more likely to hear somebody say “Quitters never win.” And that’s if they’re even willing to diss ’em. … Read the rest…
One of my clients told me how he played “shadow games” with his new employees. And I listened to his explanation about how he was the only one qualified to show them how things worked. … Read the rest…
Comfortably numb isn’t gonna be comfortable
It might make for interesting song lyrics. But it shouldn’t be a goal or a lifestyle. And I’m talking about being comfortably numb. A comfort zone so routine that you’re clueless how to get out … Read the rest…
No, you don’t have to run a “Risky Business” (remember the movie with Tom Cruise?) to need risk control. And Tom Cruise’s character, in the movie “Risky Business” was involved in some high risk illegal … Read the rest…
Someone I worked with, a few years ago, who will remain nameless for obvious reasons, shared his frustration with me. His words, if I remember them correctly, were something like, “I know I need to … Read the rest…
Let’s talk about the always important scale up formula. OK, class. Pull up your calculator apps. And get ready to take some serious notes. Because we’re about to get knee deep in numbers. NOT! Well, … Read the rest…
Ease up on yourself little buddy. One thing at a time. And everything’s gonna be OK. Yeah, someone brought up their multitasking skills again today. And once again I have to burst that bubble. Because … Read the rest…