CeCe and I are hosting our family two weekends before Christmas at our cabin near Eagle Lake. All eight grandkids are here and it has been real — it has been fun, but I’m not sure it’s still real fun! LOL! Lots of energy and joyful voices from sunrise to after sunset. We are so […]
In the fast-paced, results-driven world we live in, it’s easy to fall into the trap of prioritizing quantity over quality. We get caught up in the churn of generating outputs, ticking tasks off our lists, and chasing deadlines, often losing sight of the true value we’re creating in the process. This struggle between volume and […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in the world of executive coaching, transforming the way coaches interact with their clients and influencing the overall scope of coaching services. Here are some of the most notable changes that have emerged since the pandemic: Rise of Virtual Coaching: The pandemic accelerated the adoption of virtual […]
Our good pal, Father Albeen has been left as the last option for the 7 a.m. livestream mass, which also has a church full of parishioners. It’s basically the Oscars of our parish but with less red carpet and more Hail Marys. The original headliner for the day has messed up his timekeeping and now […]
Sleep, that seemingly simple act of rest and recovery, holds a profound significance in our lives. It’s not merely a time of bodily rejuvenation; it plays a pivotal role in shaping our cognitive abilities and emotions. One area where the importance of sleep is often overlooked is its relationship to communication. So, let’s explore the […]
The phrase “good leader” may be subjective, but if you’ve worked for a “good” leader or a “bad” leader, you definitely know the difference. If you’re ready to take the next step in your entrepreneurial endeavors and are determined to be a good or great leader, what do you need to do? Your first step… […]
We saw quite the spectacle on the third day of our fly fishing escapade on the mighty Missouri River. Two revelers, clearly having started their party brightly and early, were making quite the ruckus on the boat ramp. One of our newfound friends was clutching an almost empty wine bottle as if it were a […]
For anyone who is now working in their first-ever management role, you know things can be tough. No doubt you have already made a few mistakes (at least YOU think they are). Well if you haven’t done these 5 things, your management career is well on its way to a successful run. 1. Dropping the […]
This is a recent post by a good friend and fellow coach, Mike Lejeune. Mike is a senior HR professional who has coached and mentored hundreds of key officers across a wide variety of industries. He hosts his own blog called “Simple Leadership“. Here is his post. On most Fridays, Tommie, my wife, and I […]
Communication is one of the most important aspects of running your business. This is done through letters, memos, emails, meetings (live or virtual), updates, your website, and messages. To help you, apply these 7 powerful business communication tips for even greater success. When you run a business, excellent communication serves as a relationship-building tool that… […]
