The $20 Story

The $20 Story

I was recently re-acquainted with this story.  I could not find an attribute for the original author, but I thought it was worth sharing. A well-known speaker started off his seminar by holding up a $20 bill. In the room of 200, he asked. “Who would like...
High Beam Thinking Will Change Your Career and Your Future

High Beam Thinking Will Change Your Career and Your Future

Do you remember the story of the Emperor’s New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen?  A story about the self-important emperor who is duped into wearing “the most remarkable suit that was ever made” that was nonexistent? ...
I Need 10,000 Hours to Master My Job Search – NOT!

I Need 10,000 Hours to Master My Job Search – NOT!

  Traveling by jet and reading the in-flight magazines brings new insights on fascinating topics.  A few years ago a Southwest Magazine cover story captured my attention. The headline story was about Dan McLaughlin and his experiment to become a professional...
Teaching and Leading in the Workplace is Noble Work

Teaching and Leading in the Workplace is Noble Work

Excellent leaders are admirable teachers and help to mold the future of those they lead. Leaders stereotypically shape an individual’s future by sharing their expertise as well as sharing the wisdom essential to master not simply the work they do, but a successful...
Hire some of the brightest and most talented workers in the marketplace today!

Hire some of the brightest and most talented workers in the marketplace today!

As a member of a small business owner’s group, a frequent topic in our meetings is the lack of quality hard working employees. Here are some of my thoughts in response to this growing concern among my peers. Mature workers make up some of the most highly educated,...
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