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Extra Points: WIIFM
Dogs are often very focused on their own self-interests. That's especially true of Captain Jack. A few years ago, he managed to escape and ran into the greenbelt behind the house. Knowing that I am ill-equipped to chase him through blackberry bushes, trees, and...
Projects vs. To Dos
One of the biggest takeaways from my workshop on Thursday with executives and entrepreneurs was this... There is a big difference between projects and "to dos." Many people lump them all into one category, become overwhelmed with the work, and get frustrated when "to...
How’s Your Team Doing?
The National Football League is a results driven business. Teams are judged weekly on wins and losses. How much a team wins or loses by really doesn't matter. Did you win or lose? The tally sheet is your win-loss total at the end of the season; the end game is were...
Flossing Your Business
I remember having a discussion a few years ago with my dentist. I asked him, “Do I really need to floss my teeth every day?” He answered, “Only if you want to keep your teeth for the rest of your life.” I hate flossing. I don’t know why, but I do. It only takes a few...
Extra Points: Say Yes to the Dress
This Week's Focus Point: Say Yes to the Dress I was invited to go wedding dress shopping with my daughter Mindy last week. I was part of her entourage along with my wife Barb, and our other daughter Kelli. I'm not sure what role or character I represented in that...
Do You Have Spirit?
I was at a client meeting and was asked a very good question – “How can you tell if someone has an entrepreneurial spirit?” This inquiry came out of a conversation around perpetuation planning. The question is really about knowing how someone is wired. Not everyone is...
Up PERISCOPE
I'm excited to announce that I'm now officially on Periscope and inviting you to follow me. Here's what's in it for you... Periscope is a virtual broadcasting mobile app that allows people to take part in live broadcasts. It's free through whatever mobile product you...
A New Rave Review
I'm always grateful to my clients that take the time to write a testimonial on my behalf. Just this week, I received a new one that was especially nice... My work with Dan Weedin was targeted to help provide guidance and insight, while navigating through issues...
Ectra Points: Thriving or Suffering?
My professional mentor, Alan Weiss, provided a great quote in a recent newsletter he writes. He said, "Pain is inevitable, but suffering is voluntary." Let that sink in for a second. Struggle and adversity are part of life; part of business. I counsel my clients that...
