Speaking up at work . . .

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Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak. Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.  Winston Churchill A few times last week I was questioned about who I was, what I did and whether … Continue reading

Just say it. . .

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A week or so ago, I heard a public conversation between two people.  The subject was honesty. This conversation ended with one person believing there was only one answer to the question of what honesty is.  I was surprised by this … Continue reading

When it Works. . .

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Here’s a simple but powerful rule.  Always give people more than what they expect to get.  Nelson Boswell The holiday is over and we’re back to work today.  When It Works is all about a daily success we strive for with … Continue reading

Looking New. . .

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Great cultural changes begin in affectation and end in routine.  Jacques Barzun Yesterday I was presented with another opportunity to challenge an existing belief.  I’m sure it’s happened to you as some people describe it as a “make over”.  The … Continue reading

Team, Teaming, Teammate

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Mr. Morgan buys his partners.  I grow my own.  Andrew Carnegie Last week I met a few people who were feeling their way as new team members. Team, Teaming and Teammate takes practice because we all want to do a … Continue reading

Try out Reframing…

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Earlier this morning, I caught myself becoming annoyed by my perception of  unacceptable behavior.   I called a company I’ve worked with for most of my adult life. My loyalty to this professional financial service company was not misplaced.  A potentially difficult situation … Continue reading

Team Fairness

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A person who treats another with fairness, generosity, courtesy. . . .     Definition of the word sportsman* One value we all appreciate and want to live by in our lives is fairness.  No matter if our hair is short or long, if we speak … Continue reading

Personally to/for You…

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Proverbs are always platitudes until you have personally experienced the truth of them.  Aldous Huxley. Twists on the word “personally” is the subject of this Blog post, Personally to/for You…  During your career, I’m sure you have heard the phrase, … Continue reading

Spring’s Eve in your Career

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It’s the Eve of the Spring Equinox and we reflect on where we are in our Careers.  One thing we are most certain about, is that we communicate every day.  We speak, we write, we are seen listening, we communicate with … Continue reading

Quiet Time for YOU. . .

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Today was good. Today was fun. Tomorrow was another one. Dr. Seuss (posted by Lynne Morris on Pinterest.com). We don’t often think “we’re having fun” while we are working. Yet we do. And if you are not enjoying your day, … Continue reading