Share this article: One particular morning a mother sees her 8-year-old son Ronnie off to school. Following their routine, she walks him to the bus stop where they wait patiently. The bus arrives. Ronnie gets on. His mother returns home to get ready for work. 15...
Share this article: One of my favorite TV programs is NCIS. The main character of the show is a retired Marine gunny by the name of Leroy Jethro Gibbs. “Gibbs,” as he likes to be called, is a man of conviction. In this highly rated drama of murder, detection, and...
Share this article: Prevent Truth Decay Before It Infects Your Organization Two meteorologists I know commented to me recently on a problem they shared. One said that after he provides a weather forecast on Seattle TV and radio, someone will ask him, “What is...
Share this article: Accountability is a two-way street. “If you wish to reuse your towels, hang them up. Thanks for helping us conserve water and save our planet.” Have you seen a similar notice at a hotel you’ve stayed at? As a road warrior, it seems...
Share this article: Save the Unicorns“We must not eat the Unicorns!”This was the advice delivered by the President of the Northwest Chapter of the National Speakers Association at her leadership retreat. Elisa Hays wanted the members of her board of directors to have...
Share this article:“I want it all!” or “I want more!” “I am in control!” “I am better than you!” “I have no flaws!” “Not in my backyard.” “I have complete power over you!” “Do what I say and ignore what I do!” “You cannot get away with that!” “Your piece is bigger...
