Supporting New and Different

Supporting New and Different

Here’s something strange that I have found to be true. We all want new and different things.  But many of us are not willing to support things when they are new and different. And secondarily, when things are new and different, we are not particularly patient...
Enjoy the journey…not just the vacation

Enjoy the journey…not just the vacation

Years ago, I surprised my wife with a quick getaway.  It was a trip around her birthday and I went to great lengths to keep it from her.  Considering the fact that I hate keeping secrets like this, I was proud of the effort.  I planned the trip, booked the flights,...
I Got A Message On Linkedin

I Got A Message On Linkedin

I got a message on Linkedin this morning. Now most of the time that might be met with a collective groan because it was probably an unsolicited sales pitch.  You know the one.  It comes from a random stranger that knows NOTHING about my business but promises to grow...
25% Of Work Should Be Fun

25% Of Work Should Be Fun

One of Dave Longaberger’s principles of management was that “25% of your workday should be fun.” Dave was a visionary businessman who created Longaberger Baskets into a $1 billion dollar enterprise.  While you may not think this is groundbreaking...
You Can Play Hurt

You Can Play Hurt

If you have played sports (or even watched a lot of sports) you have probably heard that “there is a difference between being hurt and being injured.”  The explanation goes like this.  After you have played in a tough, competitive season, everyone is...