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Think…Differently

As a young IBM sales trainee, more years ago than I would like to admit, we were introduced to the THINK slogan which was even painted on the steps inside the training facility in Endicott, NY. Here is a brief history from Wikipedia: The “THINK” slogan was...

Wellness for Companies and Executives

Reflecting on the past twelve months should give us a perspective of how much change and stress everyone has had to deal with on a consistent basis. While initially, energized (dealing with problem solving and getting remote working set up), the reality of blurring...

It’s what you learn after you know it all that counts

The above quote is credited to the late UCLA basketball coach John Wooden and was made famous as the title of the late Baltimore Orioles manager Earl Weaver’s 1982 biography. Both were extremely successful at their respective crafts. Producing not only winning teams...

A New Year’s Resolution: Build Stronger Relationships

I am not a fan of making New Year’s resolutions for obvious reasons. Hardly anyone keeps them for very long. It has been said that it takes at least six weeks of continuous work to turn something like a resolution into a habit – exercising, dieting, biking, and...

Every Company Needs A Succession Plan

In the Covid 19 environment, it is imperative for Boards of Directors and CEOs to discuss short term and long-term succession plans. What if the CEO is hospitalized or incapacitated in a manner that leaves a hug gap in the organization leadership structure? Whether...

Committing to a Long-Term Mindset

If a leader is willing to make a long-term commitment to her development, the combination of leadership and coaching can present a unique opportunity for self-actualizing.