If You’re On Time, You’re Late!
One of the most precious resources we have is our time. The same is true for the people we encounter. The respect we pay to those around...

Stepping Up to Lead
As I’ve shared before, an engaged culture requires a contribution from leaders and employees. Employees have a responsibility to show up...

The Destruction of Being Right
We need to be right. It feels good, and validates our self-worth. We’ll knowingly suffer the negative consequences of broken...

From Anger to Passion
In my book Living for the Weekday, I share my thoughts on how employees can contribute to a culture of engagement in travel around the...

Lesson from an Airport Greeting
My career as a professional speaker requires me to spend a great deal of time in airports. Most days I can report numerous bizarre...

Do You Know Where You Really Fall?
A couple weeks ago I wrote about the ongoing challenge of employee disengagement. In that blog (Which You is Going to Show Up?), I...

Anybody Need a Ride?
Several years ago I had the opportunity to speak on a cruise ship. This was my first cruise and I had a great time with my client. In...

Which “You” is Going to Show Up?
The most recent employee engagement poll from The Gallup Organization indicates that employee engagement hasn’t changed much. According...

Your Punishment … Community Service
Get caught breaking the law and you’ll likely be punished. Exceed the speed limit and you may be required to pay a fine. Drink and drive...

Summer Challenge
The long-awaited summer break is here. Let the fun begin! For many people, the summer break is an opportunity to abandon routine. With...
