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What Happens When Life Happens?

March 20, 2020 by Steve Laswell

“Guess where the 2020 GAF Conference is,” Rita teased.

“Somewhere warm, I hope,” I replied, remembering the year it was in Huntington Beach, California.

“How does a trip to San Diego sound?”

“Perfect. Let’s go a few days early. I think we need to disconnect a few days.”

And with that, we registered for the conference, made reservations at the Manchester Grand Hyatt, and booked our airfare. You can…

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What’s Your Response to Disruption?

November 1, 2019 by Steve Laswell

“I want to stand on top of the world,” he proclaimed to his family and friends.

For the son of a beekeeper, that would be an ambitious aspiration. Ed’s climbing experience began as a high school student. Although he followed in his father’s footsteps as a beekeeper, he wanted more adventure in his Story. Following a tour of duty during World War II, he returned home determined to achieve…

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Where Has Fear Got You?

July 18, 2018 by Steve Laswell

Image by Marcel Oostervijk via flickr

“We’ll head to the swimming cove,” David explained. He was the captain of our lake-worthy vessel. “It’s a spring-fed cove. You’ll enjoy pockets of cool water; it’s very refreshing on a hot day like today,” he continued. Dave didn’t know of my deep respect for water. To be clear, I like water in a bottle, a glass, a tub, a hot tub, a pool, a lake, even the…

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The Gift Only You Can Give

December 16, 2015 by Steve Laswell

It was mid-afternoon Friday, August 31st when I walked in the Market Manager’s office. Within a minute or two the conversation took an unforeseen hard right when he said, “Your position has been eliminated from the 2008 budget.”

Silence.

Still trying to grasp the meaning, I leaned forward and looked across the desk, “Does that mean I’m not coming back on Monday?”

“You’ll need a ride home. Randy…

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What’s That You’re Carrying?

December 3, 2015 by Steve Laswell

The contestants returned to the Coliseum for the next competition. No, not the Flavian Amphitheater of Rome where gladiatorial contest and public spectacles took place.

The location was the Los Angeles Coliseum. Also used for Season 16 of The Biggest Loser, an American competition reality show. The show features overweight contestants competing to win a cash prize. The winner is determined by who loses the highest…

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Why Personal Conflict is so Easy 

May 14, 2015 by Steve Laswell

“Why did you not finish the paperwork?” Bill demanded.

“It was my intention…” Sarah began.

“You know how important timely documentation is, not only for the record, but the success of our team!”

“Yes, and if I may explain…” Bill walked out of Sarah’s office.

Something happens

It begins when your expectation isn’t fulfilled. Frustration is natural and depending on a variety of circumstances easily slips into anger….

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Why you live “criminally” cautious

January 30, 2014 by Steve Laswell

A businessman took off on an extended trip. Before leaving he called his team together to delegate their individual assignments.

Based on their abilities, he gave 60% of his portfolio to the first investor. Another effective manager was put in charge of 30% of his wealth and the remaining 10% was entrusted to a high potential manager. He left the country.

The…

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