“H2” Break Through

We encounter many barriers in our careers and in life. Convert the barriers into “H2’s” or “How To” statements.  For example, when we don’t have enough people to get the job done the H2 becomes how to get the job done with the people we have.  It will...

Manage the Drama

In life and work there is always drama.  Some people assume the worst and need to stir up negative drama. It is easy to feed into it or get caught up in the negative drama.  Replace negative drama with positive drama and people will follow you.  When you are leading,...

Get Past Your Mistakes

Everyone makes mistakes. NBA basketball players only hit 75% of their free throws. The best PGA golfer averages less than two strokes better than the average of the entire tour. The best NFL quarterbacks only complete about two thirds of their passes. Great athletes...

Interview Your Boss

When applying for a job we are so focused on trying to get the job we do not ask ourselves if we really want to work for this person. One of the most significant factors in job satisfaction is who you work for. That person can teach you, lead you, and advance your...

What Is Your Brand?

Just like Nike, Apple, Google, and UPS, you too have a brand. People see you and have an impression of what you represent and what you can deliver for them.  Manage your brand. Make sure people understand what you stand for and what you are capable of. If someone has...

Garbage In, Garbage Out

There is an old programming axiom that says if you put in garbage data or garbage code, you will get garbage output.   We too are influenced by what we take in and it impacts what we put out. Be careful of what you take in, whether it is what you watch on TV, what you...