Last week, my daughter started a new job with a national restaurant chain. Later this week, she'll wait on her first table; more than 10 days after starting the job. She's had classes, shadowed other servers, studied at home, and, yes, even taken tests. Are you as committed to training your new … [Read more...]
Slow down and remember
Yesterday, while attending the Indianapolis 500, I got to watch a group of our servicemen and women display the gigantic flag pictured here. For me, it was a reminder that we all need to take time to slow down and be thankful for what we have. More importantly, we must remember those who have made … [Read more...]
Are you "Doing It?"
Doing it: The act of taking a project across the finish line. It's the most difficult task you will ever accomplish in business. It's not because of your own knowledge, skills and abilities; not by a long shot. You know what you are capable of and, while you may push the envelope, you know in your … [Read more...]
The Teach Others Manifesto
About a year ago, I wrote the "Help Others Manifesto," and it set the tone for how I conducted myself and my business over the last 12 months. Now, it's time to set the tone for teaching others and what I have learned by helping others. Teaching is helping; but with a more directed and specific … [Read more...]
Was it a Jerry Maguire moment?
Early this morning, I woke and wrote a blog post. One of my best ever; if you ask me. Here's the thing: You'll probably never get to read it. Shelby's response upon editing: "Wow, just wow." I've worked with Shelby long enough to know that wasn't a "wow." That was a "hmm" kind of "wow." I read the … [Read more...]
The Project Mentality: Start, finish and then start again
I don't make widgets. Instead, I help create works of art. For me, success is based upon my ability to take an idea from conception to commercialization. I've learned, that at that point, I need to step back and let others take over. That doesn't necessarily mean I let go completely but I certainly … [Read more...]
Why I don't have hobbies
I realize this post won't be for everyone. This is not a story about working 35-40 hours a week, going home and plopping down on the couch to watch TV. When I wrote "The Personal/Professional Blur" I explained that I don't have work from which I come home. I understand that some folks like fixing … [Read more...]
Why you want to help start something
When Joe Sorge started Kitchen Table Companies (affiliate link) with Chris Brogan, he asked for my help filling the forums with useful and interesting content. I said yes because Joe is a friend; but that's not what this post is about. Instead, I learned the value of being a first mover in a … [Read more...]
Opportunity lies in the mistakes you make
The mistakes you make present opportunities. Next time you make a mistake, instead of panicking and getting mad at yourself, try this: Ask yourself how you can turn the mistake into a positive. Trust me, you normally can. First, if there is anyone to apologize to, do it immediately and show your … [Read more...]
When constraints and the critical path collide
Twice in the last two days, I have been the constraint on the critical path to a project's success. On the surface, that makes me sound all sexy and important. The reality is that I lost the freedom to manage my time. The double-headed monster of procrastination and setting priorities is the root … [Read more...]
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