You’re just winding down from a nice-long 4th of July weekend. And suddenly the thought hits you: Half of the year has gone already. What happened to those goals I set at the beginning of the year? you ask ...
In the 70s and 80s, McDonald’s Corporation ran an advertising campaign proclaiming that proclaimed, “You deserve a break today.” That phrase and the catchy tune that accompanied it went on to become one of the top ten ad campaigns of all ...
Want to get more done? I sure do. I’ve always enjoyed a full plate. It seems that the more I have to do, the more I get done. And I love the feeling of getting things done. Managing multiple ...
What do you want to be when you grow up? Ask a child that question and they come alive with possibilities: fireman, doctor, athlete, perhaps President of the United States. I wanted to be an air-traffic controller. Ask an ...
You’ve got a great idea. Or maybe just an inkling of one. You hope one day it will be real, but today there are many, many unknowns. Those questions can be daunting, especially if you’re venturing into new territory: ...
Monday was going to rock. It was supposed to be a productive day. Why? Because I decreed it so. I had just completed my morning routine of reading when I wrote these words in my journal: “Am determined to ...
We’ve all heard the saying, “Those who can’t, teach.” I suggest we challenge that unwarranted denigration of the teaching profession by altering one letter: “Those who want, teach.” The fastest path for those who want to gain knowledge or ...
Here’s a question you’ve likely been asked before: If money were no object, what would you do? If that question stumps you, good! It’s a stupid question and you shouldn’t answer it because it’s built on three rather faulty ...
Where do you find inspiration? As a writer and aspiring author, among other things, I subscribe to a number of blogs from more accomplished writers for inspiration and to pick up some nuances of the craft. One of the ...
I often get asked about the unusual spelling of my name. More and more, it seems, I meet others with unusual names too. Recently I met a terrific one. At a board meeting I was leading a few months ...