I know, I know, it’s so much money, but I can’t put a price on friendship or teammates or that second family, there’s no price for that. – Missy Franklin
Have you noticed how easy it is to enjoy a bowl of ice cream on another HOT summer night while watching the Olympics?
Maybe it’s “easy” if you’re just a spectator of the games and in…
Rest when you’re weary. Refresh and renew yourself, your body, your mind, your spirit. Then get back to work. – Ralph Marston
Sam, (not his real name) is burning the candle at both ends as an executive. The company is experiencing a lot of change. Keeping all the plates spinning is difficult. The high energy and extended work time is beginning to affect his relationships and his work.
Recently, he shared this…
You’re off to Great Places! Today is your day!
Your mountain is waiting, So… get on your way!
― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Recently, I gave three simple, but powerful questions. Each begs your attention and consideration. The answers determine whether you will reach your next level in life. Here they are …
You must take personal responsibility. You cannot change the circumstances, the seasons, or the wind, but you can change yourself. That is something you have charge of. Jim Rohn
Scott* came to the appointment a bit disappointed, defeated. “It’s not the right time.” Our recent discussions included his career path and his entrepreneurial dream.
He has achieved what most would call “success” – a six-figure income, prestige, recognition.
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“You’ll tell yourself anything you have to, to pretend that you’re still the one in control.” – Jodi Picoult
When it comes to personal relationships – whether at work, home, or in the community – there is one response that consistently hinders progress; in fact, it generally creates unnecessary conflict and push back.
Often the particular pattern goes unacknowledged although it’s affect is clearly unproductive.
“Never put off until tomorrow what you can do the day after tomorrow.” ― Mark Twain
Our electrician, Gene, just left. With this week’s monsoon the circuit breaker tripped indicating faulty wiring somewhere. This particular circuit serves the yard outlet where our pond pump is plugged in.
We have a great Koi pond and the submersed pump circulates the pond water through a biological filter, a 12 foot long…
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is to not stop questioning.” ― Albert Einstein
How are you moving forward in your life as a leader? Yes, as a person with influence and relationships and responsibilities?
In any journey, we find Here and There realities. It’s pretty simple really. I am here and I want to be there, there is better than here.
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