The Nominal Anomaly “That’s a stupid title for a newsletter article.” “She’s an idiot.” “That is part of the contingency budget.” “That task is on the critical path.” What do all of these statements have in common? (Are you even trying to guess? Or, are you just waiting for the answer?) Give up? They all fall into what’s called […]

  Let’s get busy Do you ever feel like you’re living a checklist life? That you have more tasks on your to-do list than you have time to complete them? Are you ever so busy that you don’t get to do the things that would really add value to your life? Do you ever find yourself with a free minute […]

  High Cost of Avoiding Confrontation   Conflict Resolution Customer Service Communication Self-Development / Growth Change Management Leadership Critical Thinking Risk Management What do all of these hot leadership topics have in common? CONFRONTATION Often I talk to folks in my workshops and they tell me that they HATE confrontation. That led me take a look at what confrontation really […]

  Lessons from Special Olympics I’m not sure if you know this, but I coach Special Olympics basketball here in Sugar Land, TX. This year I also played on our “unified team.” Earlier this month we had our area tournament and I learned so much from the experience that I wanted to share with you. First a little background on Special […]

  The 5 Spires of Leadership Leadership is one of those qualities that is so hard to measure. Yet, in life and in business, great leaders are not hard to spot. They are those who have the ability to seize their potential as well as release the potential in those around them. They bring individuals together to form a cohesive […]

  Avoiding the 2nd Mistake Have you ever heard someone say “New Year’s resolutions don’t work.” This will usually be followed by “evidence.” A quick look on-line will give you all the reasons why they don’t work: It’s too easy to get off track. Your goals are too lofty. Your goals are all about what you think you should do. […]

  Creating Your Purpose As we approach the end of another year, many people take time during the holidays to reflect on the past year and their life. Some folks are so overwhelmed that they can’t find time to reflect. Others are disappointed when they reflect and so they avoid it. Still others don’t mind reminiscing but they don’t want […]

    WAIT!!! We’re into the holiday season and there is so much hustle and bustle. Is it just me or does everyone seem to be distracted these days? I was driving to the airport and someone drove right up behind me. I moved over so that he could pass. But then he didn’t pass. That was confusing. Instead he […]

    You Don’t Need Time Management You Can’t Manage Time Have you ever been told “You need a time management course.“? Or maybe you’ve said to yourself, “I need to manage my time better.“ My friend, Evan, was preparing to run his first marathon. He was saying how it has helped him stay focused on the things that really […]

    Why Not to Ask Why I don’t know if this has ever happened to you… Have you ever watched an engaging meeting, full of progress, turn on a dime to being consumed with defensiveness, frustration, and disengagement? Have you ever noticed that during an otherwise civil discussion, the conversation quickly turned hostile and contentious? When you look back […]