Busyness and Angst: a Cure
Essayist and cartoonist Tim Kreider wrote the following in his New York Times opinion piece called the The ‘Busy’ Trap. “Busyness serves as a kind …
Alignment
Clear, complete, connected, commonly-understood and meaningful mission, goals, and next steps.
You Have Everything You Need To Get Started
Think for a moment about that project you would love to do, you have been wanting to do for quite a while, and you have …
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. –Margaret Mead …
Slight Shift re: Money
Most people would benefit from a slight and important shift of perspective regarding money and work. We tend to think, “To make money, I must …
It’s Not Your Business Plan
Let’s say there is something in your business or career that is not working. And let’s say you have thought of or tried everything without seeing …
My Encouragement
What are you settling for? Mundane as this question may sound, it points to something useful and profound. When you see what you have been …
Convince Anyone
Want to convince someone to do something that–so far–they have not done? You can. Just show the other person how your idea is an absolute …
Leading Without All The Effort
Last night, my wife hosted a small meeting at our house. The group was gathered to plan an important, impactful event. My role was logistics: …
Dirt-Simple Way Past Obstacles
Let’s say you want something in your career, business, or life. (Hint: if you are breathing, I guarantee you want something.) Maybe it’s more sales, …
Set Two Goals
When you set a goal for yourself or your business, set two goals. The first is a quantitative goal. The second is qualitative. Together they …