Create Something!
Ideas are wonderful things. They come about in all sorts of ways and take many forms; sometimes they emerge from reflection, other times through problem-solving, yet others from divine inspiration, or even seemingly “out of the blue”! How they come about doesn’t determine their value. The ultimate value of an idea only develops when you […]
The Whole Nine Yards
When you’ve given all you’ve got, when there is nothing left, you’ve given “the whole nine yards”. It turns out that this expression has many supposed origins and, surprisingly, many folks are inclined to argue vehemently about which is the “correct one”. Google this phrase and you’ll see what I mean! Whatever the source, however, […]
Who do you look up to?
We all need that one person in our life, someone we truly look up to. I’ll bet a name and face have already leaped into your mind as you read this message. At least I hope so. If you’re especially fortunate to have more than one role model for your life, I suspect that one […]
A Holiday Toast
In the time-honored tradition of raising a toast, I offer the following cheerful wishes. May you: Celebrate holidays that are bright, with burdens that are light; Be surrounded by family and friends when desired and find peace and quiet when you’re tired; Find joy in small things; Honor “The Greatest Generation” while we still can, […]
Mission Matters
History offers us important lessons, which serve to inform our present and guide our path into the future. To discover the real lesson hidden “inside” a historical event, however, often requires digging beneath the surface.Texas history is rich with stories of conquest, conversion, conflict, fierce determination and, ultimately, independence. At the heart of that history […]
Make it Possible!
That’s exactly what a group of talented administrative professionals discovered about their roles this week through teamwork and interaction. They learned that their mission goes far beyond the daily tasks associated with office administration. They discovered that to Keep it Positive enables them to Make it Possible!I affectionately refer to this team as our Human Super Computer, but […]
My Brain on Business
I spend lots of time thinking about business; that even includes occasionally dreaming about it. The Art of Business absolutely fascinates me; I’m amazed at the power of what a talented group of people can accomplish by working together in an environment of mutual respect and trust. That’s why I began writing cultivation(s) nearly two years ago, […]
Different and Better
I had the pleasure of hearing Lisa Earle McCloud speak earlier this week on selling with a noble purpose. Her ideas and energy were infectious. At the heart of her message is the idea that we should always determine how what we are offering or doing will make the client different, or better, as a […]
Three-Legged Stool
A three-legged stool relies upon evenness and balance for support. If one leg is slightly short, the stool becomes wobbly. If it becomes even shorter, or weaker, it’s unable to support any weight. It doesn’t take much to knock a three-legged stool off balance and cause it to tip over. Business is like a three-legged […]
Ask!
If you don’t ask, who will? What’s the price of remaining silent? Will you miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime? The world is a busy place and its not going to slow down to figure out what you want. It’s up to you to use your voice and to ask about the things […]