Confidence. Most of us recognize it in others, and sense it when we have it or not. It comes from a root word that means to fully trust....

They are non-negotiables. They define you. They set the boundaries. They are the filter for admission into your organization. They are...

You’re undecided. Confused. Overwhelmed. Afraid. Uncertain. Not sure. Hesitant. Halted. Paralyzed. Frozen. We all experience these...

The Webster definition for candor is the act of being outspoken, frank, and candid. For me, it means being transparent and authentic in...

Problems are to be solved. Solving a problem moves you onward and upward. Avoiding a problem gives that problem the advantage. Neglected...

How do you feel when it rains? There was a popular song in the 70s sung by Karen Carpenter entitled “Rainy Days and Mondays Always Get Me...

Warning!! You may think you own a business but in fact just have a really difficult job! Here’s the test. If you quit working, does your...

Is there a difference between choosing and deciding? I believe there is, and it is a life changing distinction. The Webster definition...

I woke up the other day and felt lousy. I was groggy, nauseous, and lethargic. I don’t drink alcohol and was not hung over, but my guess...

One of the most challenging aspects of being a leader is making decisions that affect people’s lives. There are times when the best...

Personal success coach and author Steve Chandler writes the following in his book, Time Warrior: “In a simple life in which you only do...

Many business owners feel like babysitters. They shake their head and say that managing their business is like running a day care full of...

Dean Koontz, best-selling author, offers the following practice…. Bunny slippers remind me of who I am. You can’t get a swelled head if...

How quickly do you accept others? Do strangers feel welcomed by you? Are you viewed as gracious and kind to most people? Would your...

Compare wrestling and dancing. Both require energy. Both typically involve two people in close contact. Wrestling with someone wears you...

I really enjoy my morning coffee. It is a simple pleasure that I joyfully anticipate at the beginning of each day. My satisfaction begins...

How many times have you said, “I just don’t understand them”? Consider that statement. If you don’t understand, you have not fully...

You have a powerhouse between your ears, your brain. You can imagine, plan, dream, hope, remember, visualize, and ponder. A focused mind...

What is a steward? It is a person that has been put in charge of property, a business, or a task. The life you have is a stewardship....

When you look at your business, how do you feel? Do you feel energized, excited, and ready to jump in and have fun? Or do you feel...