From Underperformer to High Achiever
Do you ever feel like you’re just never going to get anywhere in your career? Or that real success always seems to be out of reach?
Developing Strong Relationships on the Job
Finding the right position is only one piece of the puzzle that leads to job satisfaction. Have you ever heard someone say, "I’d like my work if it weren’t
The Platinum Rule
We have all heard the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. In other words, think about how you would
Tips for Holding Team Members Accountable
If you want to jeopardize the productivity and performance of your team and at the same time compromise trust and respect,
10 Ways to Practice Gratitude
As Thanksgiving approaches, we begin hearing more and more about the importance of gratitude and counting our blessings.
Fear and Cockroaches
I regularly meet with individuals who are often dominated by their fears or influenced by the fears of significant people in their lives,
Tips for Team Building Success Part 2 of 2
No man is an island, according to poet John Donne. While we strive as individuals to shoulder our responsibilities, solve our problems and achieve our goals,
Tips for Team Building Success Part I of 2
Whether you are responsible for one person or a whole team, there are several very important keys to managing people well.
You Reap What You Sow
From the earliest writings, wise humans have found ways to express this fundamental truth: You reap what you sow.
The Surprise Effect for Getting Along with Difficult People
In every area of life you are bound to run into people who at times can be very challenging. Simply stated, a difficult person is anyone who doesn't behave
Give it a Rest: The Importance of Taking a Break
When I think about resting, something rather strange occurs. At first, I begin to imagine lounging on the couch, watching golf and (inevitably) falling asleep.
How Managers Can Improve Staff Morale - Part 2
If you’re a manager, you know the challenge of keeping your best employees and trying to bring the others to a higher level of performance.
How Managers Can Improve Staff Morale - Part I
Most employees who quit their jobs are leaving because of their managers and low staff morale, not necessarily their companies.
Conquer Your Midlife Challenges: Tips for Finding Meaning and Purpose
Have you been feeling stuck lately, like you're not quite sure where your life is headed? Do you constantly find yourself questioning the choices you've made so far?
Choices that Set You Free
It’s a common scene on the playground: Eric does something that annoys Jacob, so Jacob shouts, “Stop it!” Eric retorts, “You can’t make me. It’s a free country!”
Overcoming the Fear of Change
Change is inevitable – everybody knows that. Some of you reading this today don’t even know it used to be common for a person
Getting Control of Your Anger - Part I
One of the major roadblocks to strong relationships, both at home and at work, is the inability to effectively manage one’s emotions.
How to Drive Your Employees Crazy in 3 Easy Steps
Step One: Give them responsibility without authority – Many of us have had this experience: You find an item in a store that’s marked down
Bend or Break - Which Will You Do?
Unlike pieces of hardware that weren’t made to bend or flex, humans were designed with this capacity… and for good reason.
Getting Control of Your Anger - Part II
In my last blog I shared the first four of seven practical tips for managing your anger well. They were:
1. Understand what anger is

