By far, the number one problem identified by married couples is that they can't communicate effectively. It's actually somewhat hard to believe that

If it’s your job to lead a team of employees or volunteers, it can be a bit unnerving to know that the buck stops on your desk, but the group members

As the new year begins, we often give a lot more thought to things we want to do differently, better, or not at all. Many of us evaluate our calendars and priorities,

If you have had a terrible day at work and you are angry or grouchy, what does your family see and feel when you get home?

In the business world we often hear terms and strategies for doing business that are predatory, aggressive, and even deceptive

“He started it!” “No, she did!” That’s how a lot of childhood arguments sound, and the common mistake that a lot of parents make is to dig in and try

Is your life perfect just the way it is? If so, you can stop reading now.  However, if you’re normal there’s probably something that could be better. 

Do you want to experience fewer “problems” in your life?  Great, keep reading.

I was talking with a couple recently, and

As an American I am mindful of the value of being free. When our nation’s founders signed the Declaration of Independence, they were focused on freedom

When I think back to high school, I remember a simple ten-word sentence that would instantly make my heart sink: “Take out a piece of paper for a pop quiz.”

Most people have at some point in their lives had to deal with someone who refuses to lose. No matter how unreasonable

If you can think and talk, and if you ever encounter other people, there is the potential for conflict. Conflict is an inevitable,

I get it – the holidays may be the busiest, most frustrating time of the year for your business. Demand for products and services skyrockets

In our last blog, we shared Part I of Principles for Effective Listening.  We addressed the “how-to” of listening. If you’ve been practicing the techniques outlined,

Listening is one of the most powerful tools of communication, leadership and relationships. Here are some things you can begin doing today

Lights! Camera! Action! When the spotlight of life is focused on you, what do people see? Are you an actor just playing a role or are you the “real thing?”

Last week we looked at the damaging effects that work-related stress can have on your health and life. Today, we will talk about some

Today’s workforce faces a multitude of pressures: deadlines, office politics, nonproductive meetings, conflict, job ambiguity, miscommunication

One of the most challenging, interesting, and rewarding things about working with people is helping them discover the unique combination

In this life, there is no escaping the reality that your family will be impacted by serious illness and death at some time.