In 1500 words or less, each post will give you something you can use TODAY to build yourself, your people and your organization whether your organization is a "for-profit" or a "not-for-profit."
I have realized that many times I have contributed to my setbacks and defeats as much as I have benefited from the successes that I have had. In that journey friends, co-workers, and competitors have tried to teach me lessons that many times I stubbornly refused to acknowledge and appreciate …until recently.
Give me five minutes, and perhaps you might be able to apply their lessons for yourself on your journey.
I wrote this post for our three children. I try to write about things that I know and have experienced; to share ideas and thoughts that other people might be able to use.
I hope that this post resonates with each person who reads it.
Please add your thoughts in the comments and mention some of the different gifts you have tried to give your children.
Nothing about difficult situations and angry people is ever simple.
Rarely is there one trigger and one solution. Nuance, exceptions, and the lack of anything resembling black and white all are factors in finding solutions to their problems. There is never just one or two sides to a story, there are usually forty-two sides!
This post is about a process, the tools, and the training required to anticipate, avoid, and ultimately how to deal with these situations when they occur.
Customer service is not a profit center. Ironically, quality customer service has more in common with advertising and marketing than most organizations realize.
Today’s post is about giving the people who dedicate their careers to solving problems for our clients and customers, the tools and support they need.
Moving out on your own is very exciting and can be a big step forward, but there will be things that you do not anticipate. Do not feel bad if you encounter some or all of these. When you try something for the first time, it seldom ever goes perfectly. Share your experiences, learn from them, and laugh at the funny ones.
Please share this with anyone who has just moved out on their own or away from home. I would also love to hear your stories as well.
This post was originally published on September 30th. I was encouraged by a friend and mentor to revise the post. I have taken Francesca’s advice and made several revisions.
It is my hope that more people will comment and start conversations on building our democracy.
Budgeting and watching your finances depends on the money coming in and going out. Everybody makes mistakes, I did, and you likely will. Learn as you go and try to avoid the obvious things. Keep these lessons in mind and make sure that you enjoy your college/university experience.
A famous racecar driver once said that races are won by how fast you get through the corners, not how fast you go in a straight line. Many organizations focus on the flash and sizzle of their worlds, ignoring at their peril the routine and perceived “basic” things. Failure to acknowledge and overcome Organizational Vulnerabilities are the things that will cause your team to fail.
Buying a new refrigerator is not something that many people do very often. With online research tools, the consumer has never had more information available than now to make an informed decision. These can be large purchases, take your time, decide what you want, research what your budget should be, and approach retailers armed with this knowledge. You can always adjust your plan if necessary.
Going away to college or university is a life changing event, for the student and their family. These are some tips to consider.