How are you feeling today? Are you full of energy? Ready to face whatever challenge comes your way? Or are things a little different for you today? You see, I know not every day is a great day. Life has a way of throwing us curve balls. So let me ask you this question: do you ever feel like you’re …
Want More Influence? Tune In To Your Personality Style
Are you a bold person? Are you outgoing? Does everyone in the room know you’re there when you show up? Or… Are you more reserved? Do you like to get the lay of the land? Are you a person who prefers to hold your cards close to the vest? I promise these aren’t trick questions…there are no right or …
Is This Life-Saving Advice Hurting Your Leadership?
Do you like to travel? I love to travel. Whether it’s for business or simply on a trip with my family, I truly enjoy getting out and seeing new places. When I was in the paving business, I went to a lot of trade shows and conferences. Now that my job is helping leaders reach their potential, I’ve been to …
Equipped to excel
Have you ever been in a situation where you felt like you were doomed to fail? I’ll give you an example. Maybe you’re under the gun to make a big decision but you don’t have all the information you need. It’s a bad feeling, right? But what’s even worse than feeling like you’re doomed to fail? Feeling like you’re doomed …
Excellence and the WOW Factor
I get extremely excited about the topic of The WOW Factor. I like to see it, hear about it, and provide it. There is nothing quite as exciting as a moment that makes you say “WOW!” Let me be clear. I am talking about the good kind of wow. The way I define The WOW Factor is, a memorable experience …
Change Your Life In A Year With These 5 Steps
Let’s do a little exercise together. Think about the thing in your life that has been frustrating you. The thing that gives you the most trouble. The thing that – no matter how many times or how many ways you approach it – just doesn’t get fixed. Got it? Now…flash forward one year from today. It’s now a full year …
How to Prepare for a Winter Storm
Prepare yourself for a winter storm. Do you know what it takes to prepare for a winter storm? We have heard that it is coming. Some of us are excited. Kids are typically chomping at the bit. It’s a snow day. I have four kids. I am no stranger to the excitement that comes with today. There is nothing quite …
The easiest way to wipe out bad results
Has this ever happened to you? You go into a business…let’s say it’s a doctor’s office…and you can tell from the minute you set foot in the door that something isn’t right. The receptionist is grumpy. You wait a long time. You don’t get your questions answered 100%. I’m just using a doctor’s office as an example, but you’ve probably …
Have You Created Core Values for Your Family?
How clear are your personal core values? If you have followed me for any length of time then you have heard me talk about developing your core values. The business world is buzzing about this topic, but still most haven’t clarified their purpose. Think about it, do you know your company core values? Most people say no. However, some of the …
Three Attributes of Extraordinary Success
I have often asked people if they want to have extraordinary success. I have yet to come across a person that lacks that desire. We all have something inside of us that wants more for our lives. The most successful people in the world still have goals and dreams. I will take one step further and say all of us …