Monthly Archives: February 2013

Change: New Norms or New Storms?

By |February 27th, 2013|

Disaster_Storm_sThe definition of a norm is something that is usual, a standard pattern of behavior. When we cling to the traditional norms, “change” becomes a dirty word. The world is in constant flux and people, technology, and markets are constantly evolving. Many of us are stuck […]

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Attitudes Make You or Break You

By |February 26th, 2013|

Loaded_diaper_s_croppedA bad attitude is like a loaded diaper, if you don’t change it, everyone around you will encounter a bad experience. The person may also have a contorted facial expression that is not  inviting. Conversely, a positive attitude is like entering a bakery, right from the […]

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Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

By |February 25th, 2013|

Airport_familyI’m sitting in the airport and I hear a little person singing out loud with no reservation. I turn to my left and this little girl is boldly singing, she does not care what others are saying or thinking about her. She is so happy, just […]

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Senior Management Cultivates the Culture

By |February 22nd, 2013|

PPP_INATU_CLP_hand_plant_AMany companies have an exercise or an event to discuss and share the mission statement and company values. Unfortunately, some of these events kick off with great hype but are only effective for a few months. How do we maintain the momentum?

The human resources department is […]

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Growth Strategy in 2013 – Getting Started

By |February 17th, 2013|

matches_fire_IMG_8228-1024x682During the first week of January I sat down with my family and we discussed our family and individual goals. My wife served as the scribe and one at a time we began laying down the blueprint for 2013.

In the beginning my kids were a little […]

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