Well, there went February, and those doldrums are still here! We continue to experience it in our economy, political landscape, healthcare dilemma, real estate and job markets, and even our weather. And you wondered how much it can really snow?! Surprise! What in the world is going on? And..we are still in the water splashing … Continue reading
“A Leader knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” John Marshall In times of uncertainty ‐‐ and could there be any better description of now? – we all flounder. Everyone is looking around to see if anyone knows anything they don’t! Everyone is looking around to try to get a hint of … Continue reading
What does it take in these challenging economic times to keep our businesses thriving? Well… we now have a new currency, and it is RELATIONSHIPS! That’s right…relationships are the aspects of our businesses that keep us alive. So, what does that mean for you? What are relationships based on? Trust, for one. Can your patients/clients/customers trust that … Continue reading
Let’s face it; we are all in this together! As Dr. Robert Schuller says, ‘Tough times don’t last, but tough people do’. So, the question then becomes, what is it that tough people do? What is it that we can do as business people riding these turbulent economic times? Most of us would simply say, ‘Work harder’! I … Continue reading
WHAT PATH TO TAKE? WHERE ARE WE? WHERE ARE WE HEADED? WHAT WILL IT LOOK LIKE? WHAT WILL BE EXPECTED OF ME AND MY BUSINESS? The economy seems to be moving toward a ‘feel better’ state, but it is not there yet. People continue to be very cautious about spending. Short sales in the real estate market are … Continue reading
We all know what we are experiencing since the economic world turned upside down – a range anywhere from fear, despair and uncertainty to a complete inability to make decisions. HOW do you navigate when you’re not sure where you’re going? How do you steer the ship in the right direction when you have no idea where or … Continue reading
What exactly is a vision? Simply, it is the ability to create a mental, future oriented, image with a clear goal, i.e., a signpost to your future. It communicates your organization’s direction, guides the work of today, and paints a picture of the future which fully engages your people. It is one of the most critical leadership skills … Continue reading
There isn’t any kind of business that does not require excellent management. “It is management that deals directly with the most difficult part of any business every single minute of every day” – people. It is our managers who are the engine of business. It is our managers who make the wheels turn and generate the fuel to move things forward. It is our managers who are … Continue reading
What a year it has been! We have all weathered these economic white waters and probably are wondering how. As Robert Schuller says, ‘Tough times don’t last, but tough people do’.So here we are, and here we stand. Bet you’re surprised! Didn’t know you could, and didn’t know you would. A navigator and survivor, and I hope, … Continue reading