How to Stand Out When Screwing Things Up
Irish novelist James Joyce once wrote, “A man’s errors are his portals of discovery.” Some days I feel I’ve spent a little too much time...


How Strong Leaders Go In Like a Lion and Out Like a Lion
“March comes in a like a lion, and out like a lamb.” I remember in my early years hearing those words from a teacher trying to explain...


Laughing on the Job is No Laughing Matter
Some people love to shop. They can go into a mall and spend hours aimlessly wandering from shop to shop with absolutely no idea what they...


The Holiday of Love Gone Bad
I knew I was in trouble the moment she walked into our bedroom. It was Valentine’s morning, and my wife bounced in with a card and an...


The Most Common Mistake We Make When Setting Expectations
Few would argue that a key first step to accomplishing anything in life is having a clear understanding of expectations. Not only is it...


Why Personal Engagement is the First Step to Employee Engagement
Much has been written about how an organization can enhance employee engagement. It’s an important area of focus when you consider the...


This Just In — We’ve Already Had the Worst Day of the Year!
I have good news! Actually, I have great news. According to some expert who appears to be the keeper of all useless knowledge, we have...


A Tradition of Celebration
It’s been a week now since we raised a glass in celebration of the New Year. It’s one of my favorite times of the year because people...


The Hidden Reason You Need to Write Down Your 2016 Goals
A common ritual for many people this time of year is to take some time to plan for the New Year.We often take a look at where we are and...


What Do People Whisper About You (When You Leave a Room)
December is one of my favorite months of the year. The energy and spirit in the air for the holidays is always a rush, and the...

