What Inspires Me?

What Inspires Me?

You have plenty of options for your attention these days.  They are clamoring for your eyeballs.  Your TV, your laptop, and your phone are all beckoning to you the moment you wake up.  Corporations are spending millions of dollars to steal your attention away from the...
Perfection Is Holding You Back

Perfection Is Holding You Back

I was talking with a talented friend the other day about starting a podcast.  He wants to start one…and has wanted to start it for years.  And yet…he has not. This friend is not intimidated by the technology.  He is more technically capable than almost...
Different Than Our Expectations

Different Than Our Expectations

When we begin any journey (fitness, business, family, etc.), we often create an expectation in our minds.  That expectation is the ideal version of the outcome and situation.  We create the perfect version of our life (or job or whatever).  Creating a vision is good. ...
We Are Like Balloons

We Are Like Balloons

I was looking at a balloon the other day and was inspired.  Not only because I am a huge fan of branded merchandise and a balloon often symbolizes an event or a celebration.  While I do love that, it’s not the reason.  I was inspired because it reminded me of a...
Is What You Are Saying Being Heard?

Is What You Are Saying Being Heard?

Years ago, I had an employee come to my office to discuss getting a raise.  She was a really good employee, so the request was not a crazy one.  During the conversation, she told me that she had another job offer that would pay her an extra $1 per hour.  This was an...