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Jan 20, 2022

Vision: Do You Know Where You’re Goin’ To?

Forgive the incorrect grammar, but superstar singer, Diana Ross made famous the following lyrics: Do you know where you’re goin’ to?Do you like the things that life is showin’ you?Where are you goin’ to?Do you know? You see, being crystal clear about your destination is absolutely critical for long-term success in any venture. If we […]

Nov 17, 2021

How to Be Heard: Is It Passion or Rationale?

A few years back, a young woman heard me share the “earning the right to be heard” process in a communication skills course. Later she told me how she used the approach to successfully pitch an idea to her senior management team. Her idea? Eliminate her current — but unnecessary — management position, and create […]

Jul 15, 2021

I’m Positive: How to Avoid Assumptions

For Three Stooges fans out there, you’ll probably remember the following bit. If you’re not a fan, hang on — their routine illustrates a common trap business leaders and professionals encounter. These tips will help you avoid the “I’m positive” pitfall. “I’m Positive” Routine Their shtick went something like this. Larry gives Moe some sort […]

May 28, 2021

Stay Grounded In The Grind

I don’t believe anybody’s true purpose in life is to serve themselves. Instead, I think our purpose is rooted in serving others. We begin a life well-lived, full of meaning, contentment, and no regrets when we use our gifts and calling to achieve success through serving others. But if we’re not careful, we’ll get wrapped […]

May 11, 2021

Frisk It Before Your Risk It

Have you ever watched Law & Order, COPS, NCIS, Chicago PD, Criminal Minds, or any other crime drama? The love of crime shows runs so deep in our culture today. As millions of us have watched our favorite on-screen detectives, correctional officers, or police officers frisk someone, we’ve seen them tell the person in question […]

Apr 15, 2021

What Abandonment Taught Me About Adaptability & Success

Don’t be caught standing in your own way to achieving success. Abandoned as a child, I learned that adaptability is key to achieving your goals. Here’s why.

Mar 23, 2021

Say Yes: An Overlooked Success Strategy

Most people want to be reasonably successful however they might define it. A lot of people are well on their way while some are struggling for strategies to help them succeed. Sometimes the most effective approach is right under our nose, hiding in plain sight. We’ve just disregarded it or intentionally overlooked it. This one […]

Mar 16, 2021

3 Tips to Build Confidence

In order for you to build your confidence, you have to take correct, calculated, and consistent action. What actions should you take? Here are three practical tips!

Aug 21, 2020

Millennial Perspective — Professionalism is Not Commonsense

One of the most common frustrations among leaders and employees today fundamentally lies in differing expectations of professionalism. Ultimately, as opposing as two people’s expectations can be — it’s important to establish a cohesive expectation in order to improve your workplace culture. Let’s take a look at what leaders need to know…

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