Harsh title right? Yes. But let’s face it. Isn’t that what you would love to tell employees who nip at your heels continuously looking for a raise? However, it’s usually not the employee who is a self-starter and exemplary team player who asks that question; but instead the one who exemplifies the exact opposite. AsContinue reading ““Your raise is effective when you are.””
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What are your non-negotiables?
I’m a fairly regular donor for the American Red Cross. When I was ten years old, I was in a terrible car accident which forced me to need blood. So, ever since, I give. Until recently that is. Here’s how it works. If you’ve never donated blood, let me fill you in a bit. BeforeContinue reading “What are your non-negotiables?”
Lessons from the Tortoise and the Hare
In the children’s classic, The Tortoise and the Hare, a hare who ridicules a slow-moving tortoise is challenged by him to a race. The hare soon leaves the tortoise behind and, confident of winning, decides to take a nap midway through the course. When he awakes, however, he finds that his competitor, crawling slowly butContinue reading “Lessons from the Tortoise and the Hare”
Would I follow me?
The actions of several industry leaders have made recent headlines. The flood that swept across Nashville, TN in May brought Mayor Karl Dean to the forefront. The oil spill that continues to destroy the Gulf Coast has brought BP’s CEO Tony Hayward to center stage. And the actions of many leaders on Capitol Hill continueContinue reading “Would I follow me?”
First not Next
The countdown has begun. Families are eating turkey leftovers, Black Friday has come and gone and Christmas is less than 30 days away. For businesses, this time of year often creates a variety of items to accomplish in the few short weeks left on the calendar. I wonder what is on your “to do” list? Continue reading “First not Next”