Over the years I’ve heard something similar from a lot of different business owners. They’ve told me things like, “I’ve got too much to do, and I don’t know all of them.” Or “There’s just … Read the rest…
Category Archives: system thinking
Accountability at work even if you don’t have a job
When is a job better than owning a business? Well, that’s kind of a trick question. But a job CAN be better in at least one way. As long as you actually show up, there’s … Read the rest…
I know you’ve heard the expression. Like when an adult sees a pesky little boy and says, “Don’t worry. He’ll grow out of it.” Right? It’s true that some do. Sadly, some don’t. But I’m … Read the rest…
A few years ago I talked about a radio DeeJay I enjoy. She has a program she calls “Lust for Lists.” And she puts together her playlist each day based on a particular theme or … Read the rest…
OK, there’s a lot more to this month than just St. Patrick’s Day. So, who’s ready to March into March with something more than a leprechaun sized wish? Albert Einstein said “If you want a … Read the rest…
A couple of sisters decided to open a new cupcake bake shop. What could go wrong? I mean cupcakes. Sisters. What kind of bakers wouldn’t want a delightful cupcake business? And everything was great. For … Read the rest…
You’ve probably enjoyed some sort of big accomplishment in the past week or month. Right? Well, I’ll bet you a dragon and a unicorn that it didn’t happen all at once. Because nothing happens all … 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…
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…
The famous Indian Chief, Sitting Bull called her “Watanya Cicilla.” But you might have heard of her by a more familiar nickname, Little Sure Shot. Or you might recognize her stage name. Annie Oakley. The … Read the rest…