Hey there dreamer, Today, I want to take you on a journey—a journey within yourself. I have a question that might make you pause and reflect: “If you knew you could not fail, what is the dream you have for your life?” Take a moment to envision it. Close your eyes and let your imagination run wild. Where would you …
Service to the community, people, and freedom of the press go hand-in-hand
As I was cleaning out some old items from my office shelf recently, I stumbled upon an old edition of the Minden Press-Herald, a newspaper that has been a cherished part of my family’s history for four generations. This particular edition was a commemorative one, celebrating the grand opening of the newspaper’s new facility in 1986. As I pored over …
Showing up isn’t always easy, but it is always necessary
There’s an undeniable power in showing up. The ability to rise above one’s feelings, overcome setbacks, and still show up is a testament to my determination and self-control. One of the key insights is the notion that showing up at less than 100% still communicates leadership, professionalism, and discipline. In my life, this doesn’t mean that I should ignore my …
Status quo, plus a little, isn’t a growth strategy
Several years ago, I walked into a colleague’s office, and I asked him a simple yet profound question, “What are your plans for growth in the coming year?” The year was 2011, and we were in the midst of June, nearing the end of our fiscal year. His initial reaction was one of surprise, as if I had posed an …
We can all enjoy the “benefits” of a job well done
Note: I first wrote this blog in 2012. I applies even more today. “What benefits does this company offer?” That question is often raised by applicants across the nation. They want to know if there are health benefits, time benefits, retirement benefits, and the like. In an effort to land the “best and brightest,” companies have put their money where …
The Role of Relationships in Modern Business and Personal Development
In the ever-evolving landscape of business and personal development, fostering connections takes center stage. Recently, I had the privilege of engaging in a conversation with a fellow professional from a distinct industry. Our dialogue brimmed with vitality and insights, encompassing subjects from the shifting dynamics of markets within our fields to the perceptible absence of effective branding in specific niches. …
Book you may not know, but should read anyway
Have you ever walked into Barnes & Noble, with every intention of buying a business or personal development book, only to be overwhelmed by the choices? Me too. The crazy thing about traditional book stores, they rarely carry independently published books, so you are seeing just a small sample of what is available. If you try to search Amazon, the …