This past weekend, I did the Tour de Palm Springs. It’s a century bike ride in the desert. Participants cycle 100 miles fighting headwinds, crosswinds, and hill climbs along with the desert heat. That’s not to say it’s all hard. There are speedy descents and mountain scenery to enjoy. You’re out there with other cycling […]
Last week, I discussed how staying in your comfort zone for an extended period of time is a sure-fire way to stagnate, both personally and professionally. I identified speaking engagements as a perfect vehicle for branching out because it boosts personal confidence and establishes you (within the business community) as a person of expertise in […]
Over the past few months, working with some of my business owner clients, I noticed a particular phrase popping up in various conversations: “What I really want next is _______________.” Inevitably the blank would be filled in with an arbitrary dollar amount, or more widespread fame, or recognition for an accomplishment. One day, however, a young business owner of 32, […]
Heated conversations are practically an everyday occurrence– something as simple as a discrepancy over a payment, a customer dissatisfied with a recent purchase, or a single, misplaced word unwittingly uttered by a loved one. How we interact in these situations will greatly influence the outcome. For starters, it will be helpful to clarify the difference between REACTING and RESPONDING. Reacting to something you […]
I was reading a blog article this morning on 40 tips for a better life. It was full of snippets that we’ve all heard before but are great reminders none-the-less. One of the items struck me though. Not because I find it to be true. But because it is what most people do, and what […]
Many managers will encourage, or even require, their salespeople to ask their prospects and customers for referrals. On the surface, this seems like a good strategy to increase business. “You won’t get anything if you don’t ask for it” is the old adage that fuels this approach. Unfortunately, there are a number of ways this […]
A friend of mine posted this on facebook this morning: “I’m not telling you to jump off tall buildings, or swim with whales, but to live boldly. Push yourself. Don’t settle.” It was a timely reminder for my Tuesday morning ritual. I met two of my favorite running buds, Janice and Katherine, this morning for […]
I was conducting a mentoring workshop for a new client last week and the question came up, “What about having those tough conversations?” The president of the firm was raising a concern that many of us have. How do you approach a sensitive and potentially challenging conversation with someone you are mentoring? Of course, it […]
I’ve been writing a lot about happiness lately. In fact, my last two articles (The Path to True Happiness & The Path to True Happiness – Part 2) were all about improving your happiness. For the past five years, I’ve made happiness a more important cornerstone to my life. That’s not to say that I […]
Every 4 years, a tiny flame starts its journey from Greece and goes around the world and even into space. Earlier this month, the flame wound up in a location known as Sochi–a city in Russia, hosting winter athletes from around the globe for 2 weeks. I love witnessing the extreme athleticism and grace during […]
