Yesterday was my birthday. Like most people do, I received a number of well-wishes in the form of cards, social media greetings, and even gifts. And like most people do, I’ll forget who said what after a few days have passed. Except for one. This year, I received a card that stood out from the … Continue reading Words Have Power
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Last Minute
It’s a week before Christmas and there is so much to do. There are gifts to buy, parties to attend, and preparations for holiday guests that must be seen to. On top of that, I still have my regular household chores and work responsibilities to complete. It seems there just isn’t enough time to get … Continue reading Last Minute
Crushing It
Over the past few days, I’ve had several conversations with friends working on their New Year’s resolutions. There’s something about the idea of a fresh start that makes people want to set goals for improvement. However, we know that hastily made resolutions just don’t last. Within weeks, if not days, the majority of resolutions will … Continue reading Crushing It
Don’t Stop Now
It happens every year at about this time. With Thanksgiving over, and the weather turning colder, people start looking toward Christmas and the start of a new year. The goals that were set for the current year are set aside as if time has run out. They assume nothing of significance can be accomplished in … Continue reading Don’t Stop Now
The Benefits of Gratitude
Last year, I shared the results of a Gratitude Survey I posted on my company's intranet. It was encouraging to read the various expressions of gratitude submitted by employees across the organization, and each of them reminded me of things I am thankful for. Thanksgiving is, after all, meant to be a time of reflection. … Continue reading The Benefits of Gratitude
What Your Brand Can Learn From Star Wars
Last week, Disney launched its long-awaited streaming service, Disney +. In addition to classic Disney movies and television shows, subscribers can access top blockbusters from the Marvel universe, documentaries, nature programs from National Geographic, and new content created specifically for the new platform. As a Star Wars fan, I was particularly anxious to see how … Continue reading What Your Brand Can Learn From Star Wars
Drive On
Almost two years ago, a Tesla convertible was launched into space by Elon Musk and Space X. At the time, I remarked that the experiment/stunt served as an object lesson in how to approach goal achievement. The logistics of getting a car into space represented new ways of thinking and a commitment to pushing the … Continue reading Drive On
A Matter of Respect
In central Australia, there’s a huge sandstone formation called Uluru. It rises 1,142 feet above the surrounding flatlands of the outback. Discovered in 1873 by surveyor William Gosse, it was given the English name Ayer’s Rock; in honor of Sir Henry Ayers, the Chief Secretary of Australia at the time. At almost six miles in … Continue reading A Matter of Respect
The Continuous Thread
I recently came across an article about Alfred Cheng. He’s an artist from Hong Kong who uses thread to create realistic portraits of celebrities. What’s amazing about Cheng’s art is that he uses a single thread to craft each of his masterpieces; and that thread is 5,000 meters long. That’s 15,000 feet of thread! Cheng … Continue reading The Continuous Thread
Just Keep Running
On September 21st, nine year old Kade Lovell was entered into the St. Frances Franny Flyer 5k race in Sartell, Minnesota. Kade loves to run and had competed in other races, including cross country since the age of six. This particular 5k was part of his training for the upcoming Junior Olympics in Wisconsin. Things … Continue reading Just Keep Running
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