Romance Is About The Little Things Romance is about the little things but honestly, it is actually pretty involving because it requires emotional awareness, good listening skills, sustained attention and planning capabilities. All in all, being romantic isn’t just about displaying a quick mental capability but is...
My new book will be out in a few weeks and I am excited because of the insightful questions that new graduates, job seekers will be able to research and incorporate into their job search and in particular the interview phase. Ask Questions The ability to ask...
You Are Different When I arrived on the campus of Illinois State (ISU) for my post graduate program, I quickly realized I was 'different'. Within those first few weeks of the new semester, reeling from the cold weather and culture shock, I assumed my “difference” was...
Don’t Ignore Your Blind Spots A few weeks ago, I re-discovered my blind spot on the interstate on my way home, unbeknownst, to me there was a car in my blind spot and as I attempted to switch lanes I saw ‘the car’ a macro-second too...
Vision and Leadership One cannot separate vision from leadership. According to John Maxwell (noted leadership expert), "A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." In essence, leadership is about ‘discovering, articulating and translating' vision. Another favorite quote of mine (close second) is...
“Life isn’t fair. It’s just fairer than death, that's all.” — William Goldman I have met a few folks and must confess there are some widely held concepts or beliefs they hold that are lethal. Mental poisons! One of which is the idea that everyone gets ‘whatever’ they want or...
Say No To Almost Everything! According to Warren Buffett, "The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say ‘no’ to almost everything.” Almost everything? Now think about your balance sheet of 'Yes' and 'No', does your scale tilt in a certain...
The Business Of People The "people" business encompasses everything and everyone. People will disappoint, embarrass, disgrace, upset, fail, betray, malign, hurt you and without a doubt, this is the most challenging business you will ever have (be in) but regardless of what people do, "Don't Quit...
There will be challenging events and tough circumstances in life, career, business and relationships that will test your conviction, expectations, and perspective but nevertheless, do not QUIT. Quitting might be an appealing option but you must remember the anonymous quote below; "If I quit now, I will...