I heard this comment, “worrying is not watering,” the other day and it piqued my curiosity… What does THAT mean? The story is that after a family left for a two … Continue reading Worrying is Not Watering
Worrying is Not Watering
Category: Action Aptitude
How to Really Influence Others
One of my coaching clients recently asked me: How do I really influence others to want to be better without preaching and telling? And yes – the first answer is … Continue reading How to Really Influence Others
Why is self-confidence so important in achieving success?
Here is one reason that self confidence is key to helping you succeed. “The more confident you are, the less you’ll rely on strategies that please others.” I have seen … Continue reading Why is self-confidence so important in achieving success?
It’s NOT Time Managment…
Whenever someone says, “I want some time management training,” I try to shift their focus. Here’s the point: it’s not time management, it’s life management. When you think time management, … Continue reading It’s NOT Time Managment…
The Art of Getting People To Show Up at Meetings
Remember the good old days when you sent everyone a reminder letter, maybe stuck a note on a notice board and all your members showed up at your meetings? How … Continue reading The Art of Getting People To Show Up at Meetings
DWT (Driving while Texting) Policy? It is smart business.
Cell phone usage and texting have grown to a leading factor in automobile accidents. As of this writing only 9 states have legislated against texting while driving. That means that … Continue reading DWT (Driving while Texting) Policy? It is smart business.
Feel Awkward about Introducing Icebreakers?
Some folks feel a bit awkward initiating icebreakers in a group when the group has not used icebreakers before. Not to worry, a little advance work will help gain acceptance … Continue reading Feel Awkward about Introducing Icebreakers?
Why Icebreakers?
Why Icebreakers? They set a positive tone for the meeting They give the speaker or chairman an approachable aura They loosen things up They help build relationships They give people … Continue reading Why Icebreakers?
Must Watch Video – The Travesty of Teleconference Meetings
If you’ve ever been on a teleconference meeting, you have experienced the odd frustrations involved with the interplay on the call. This video capsulizes it… SOOOO well. I couldn’t stop … Continue reading Must Watch Video – The Travesty of Teleconference Meetings
7 Reasons Volunteering is Healthy for Your Career
Voluntarism is such a great way to “give back” and to help improve the world around you. As you embark on furthering your causes, let’s not forget that your acts … Continue reading 7 Reasons Volunteering is Healthy for Your Career
Your Deadly Inbox
This sounds like it’s going to be a lecture on phishing scams or spam email, but that’s not the case at all. This is a warning on the hidden dangers … Continue reading Your Deadly Inbox
