Duct Tape or Master Builder?

Duct Tape or Master Builder?

Far too often, business owners are prisoners to the tyranny of the urgent. With a heavy load on their shoulders and endless tasks and responsibilities, they get caught reacting to the crises that happen regularly in their business (both big and small). Feeling...
Thinking Partners or Echo Chambers?

Thinking Partners or Echo Chambers?

I often listen to Ted Talks in the car while driving. It is a great way to feed and stimulate my mind as I travel back and forth to various locations. Recently, I had the opportunity to listen to Margaret Heffernan’s talk, “Dare to...
Are You Failing Forward?

Are You Failing Forward?

Have you ever made serious mistakes in your life or business that cost you dearly? Have those mistakes ever left you feeling defeated and discouraged? Learning from failure is crucial to long-term success. Consider the following insurance claim filed by an injured...
Are You Playing the Blame Game?

Are You Playing the Blame Game?

When you blame others you give up your power to change. ~Robert Anthony Successful people take full responsibility for their wins and losses. The don’t play the blame game. They refuse to go through life finger-pointing and making excuses. They are pro-active...