Happy Thanksgiving
In this edition, I have no new material to share. In honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday, I simply want to say THANK YOU to the many who have chosen to follow my blog, podcasts, and videos. It is you, the reader/listener/viewer who bless me with your interest and comments. The date we call Thanksgiving is […]
Trouble Staying Positive?
For many years I worked as a banker in real estate. My clients were hugely successful commercial developers and/or residential mortgage groups. To make a good banking loan, you have to be focused on the property that is being financed. The property becomes the primary collateral for the loan. The borrower must work to maintain the […]
Leaders: Are You Coachable?
In my consulting and coaching business, I often ask the question “are you coachable?” It is amazing how many times the prospect says “well, yes I believe I am.” After a few sessions with input and feedback, it becomes apparent they really are not coachable. How do I know? It manifests itself in many ways. […]
Creating a Relaxing Office Environment
Today’s guest post explores the significance of creating the right work space. A relaxing office environment allows you to think clearer, be more productive and get more done and here are some tips on how to create one. Allow Employees to Personalize Their Space Offices are often boring and bland. This can hinder creativity. One […]
The Emotionally Intelligent Candidate
While academics debate whether emotional intelligence (EI) can be taught, in the workplace, HR professionals are searching for ways to identify EI among candidates and strengthen it in employees. [shareable cite=”Thomas K. Arnold”]EI is the ability to understand your own feelings and to empathize with other people. [/shareable] Dean Bender, principal at Bender/Helper Impact, a […]
Search for Significance; Part III
Continuing our look at Robert McGee and “Search for Significance”, he speaks of the Biblical notion of the need to renew our mind. I have found this to be true in so many facets of life and business. As leaders in our business, our community and our families, we need to be ever-mindful of the […]