I sit in my ergonomic office chair gazing out my window at a beautiful tree line. It’s a welcomed mental break from considering a particular client’s challenge and outlining a new book. My eyes catch my favorite painting of my father’s, the Dove of Peace, neatly placed under an arched window. This painting makes me…
With two kids home from college and a full family of five back in the nest, we have been enjoying several family activities to kick off the summer. One of them included a trip to the new bowling alley on a rainy day this past weekend. The genius bowling alley designers decided to help players pass…
This video shows the beauty of doing ordinary work in extraordinary ways. Here's to everyday excellence! Video of pkHdubw-tCk The Nature of Excellence photographic gift book is filled with compelling imagery and inspirational quotes.
A surcee (sir’-chee) is a small unexpected gift. It’s a southern word that is infrequently written but spoken by my dear friend, the late Jan Miranda. Jan always brought a token of friendship to our lunches. Little did I know that the Monday before her passing, we would share our last lunch, precious conversation and…
All great things start as one small thing. Take a small step today toward building something great!
The holiday season, year-end crunch, new year expectations – they place heavy demands on our minds and bodies. I have always remembered a simple acronym to help me prevent the negative effects of stressful times: HALT. Avoid getting too Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired (excuse me while I grab a bite and vent to a…
Ron Rossetti is a friend who inspires me and many others. He recently left this Earth for a better place in sudden fashion. Ron's personal strength, perseverance, service to others, boundless energy and fun-loving spirit he shared with everyone were, and will remain, his gifts to the world. He was a giver to the…
Based on your feedback you seemed to appreciate the clever signed of small business, so here are a few more.... In a Veterinarian's waiting room: Be back in 5 minutes. Sit! ... Stay! At the Electric Company: We would be delighted if you send in your payment. However, if you don't, you will be.…
Video of p6_dJDPgac0 I have been accused by my kids of having punny humor. Personally, I think it’s alright, but apparently they think it’s half left. Here is a public service message for all dads like me. Our humor might have long-lasting effects.
I sit in my ergonomic office chair gazing out my window at a beautiful tree line. It’s a welcomed mental break from considering a particular client’s challenge and outlining a new book. My eyes catch my favorite painting of my father’s, the Dove of Peace, neatly placed under an arched window. This painting makes me…
