Feb 9, 2016 | Business Strategy, Uncategorized
Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch “announced” his retirement on Sunday during the second half of the Super Bowl. And he did it in consistent fashion….without words. The entire staging of this whole event just goes to show how smart Lynch...
Feb 8, 2016 | Extra Points, Uncategorized
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...
Feb 3, 2016 | Business Continuity Strategies, Business Strategy
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...
Feb 1, 2016 | Extra Points, Uncategorized
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...
Jan 25, 2016 | Extra Points, Uncategorized
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...
