ADDRESSING SYSTEMIC PROBLEMS

“Unity is strength... when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.” …Mattie Stepanek

I am amazed when a manager provides a status report on his goals and the performance of his direct reports only to emphasize the deficiencies expressed within his “team.” Sometimes it is directed at a specific individual. Remember, you should always be solution focused. Is the objective to elevate a few and denigrate others? This happens all to often. We focus on the weak links and not the primary objective. What is that objective? I think it is not that complicated. The objective is... read more

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ELEVATE YOUR LIFE

“I know of no more encouraging fact than the unquestionable ability of man to elevate his life by conscious endeavor.” … Henry David Thoreau

Are you just going with the flow? Are you just repeating what you have always done in life situations, in business or are you looking for ways to be more productive, efficient and impactful? The only solution here is to “elevate” your life to new levels of awareness and action! How are you spending your time? By answering this question, you will develop an awareness - being mindful of your thoughts, surroundings and emotions –of what... read more

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HOW TO STAY ON TRACK!

“People and organizations fail because they fail to plan. Stay focused!” … Bill Blalock

We are all have the best intentions and we want to complete a task or accomplish a goal that we set for ourselves, our businesses, or the company we work for. But all to often we “get off track” and miss the opportunity and do not complete it and get the desired result. We have all been there. So, what should we do?

1. The first point of action is internalizing what you are considering. Think it through clearly and be honest with yourself what is... read more

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