Let’s talk about your obstacle or obstacles. I am presuming you have one or two. Have you noticed there seems to be a higher level of mindless moaning these days? Especially since the issues stemming from COVID are constantly highlighted? Maybe your OWN life has been turned upside down because of the pandemic. Do you …
Time & Work: the Long Game or the Short One?
It’s always a conundrum, isn’t it? The trade-off between time and work. You might know I have been following Seth Godin for years. (He is a marketing genius who blogs daily about the darnedest things.) One of his latest posts caught my eye. Here it is in its entirety. Making a difference (making a point) …
Heard About Tall Poppy Syndrome?
Tall Poppy Syndrome (TPS) is a term commonly used in Australia. It refers to the expectation that poppies should grow together. If one grows too tall, it gets cut down to size immediately. In real life, what happens is humans are terrified to be seen or identified as a ‘Tall Poppy.’ So they overdo it …
Who was Your BESTEST Boss?
Who was your bestest boss? I am talking about the person you reported to for whom you would do anything. The one you took your best ideas to, the one for whom you did your best work. The one you trusted to have your back, to understand you. They always had time to show you …
A Plan, A Goal, A Vision, A Why. What???
As a business owner, you are bombarded with aggressive, strong and ‘manly’ messages. You have heard all of them. “You gotta have a Plan.” “Push to your Goal.” “Stay focussed on your Vision.” Articulate your Why.” Honestly, it’s enough to make your head spin, isn’t it? I’d like to tell you why most of this …
Your Life: Endless Possiblities Especially NOW
Have you noticed how the near limitless swirl of excuses and hand wringing has ramped up to an excruciatingly high level? Such a sad state of affairs about our collective life! Doesn’t it feel like almost everyone has a bone to pick with someone — about something? (This is so bad, OMG, he’s so terrible, …
Suffering from Exhaustion? Take A Break! NOW!!!
Have you noticed your exhaustion levels these days? The other day I was chatting about a potential client and how to improve her bottom line. The lady plays in the luxury space, and pre-COVID she did everything in person. We were tossing around ideas to help her do a better job in the online space. …
2FA: Random Tech Stuff Part 3
The world of tech is quite bizarre. Even to a techie. Definitely to a non-techie. As a resident Luddite (non-techie), this is Part 3 of sharing IT things I just happened to stumble upon. 2FA One of my more negative character traits is impatience. While I cheerfully admit to having more patience than I used …
Changing & Transforming Today
Change and transformation are what will drive 2021. Leaders and business owners have a ton of different realities to deal with, to cope with and to drive forward. 9 to 5 as we knew it is gone. We will never return to the industrial age ways of doing. Many positions, jobs, products, and services are …
Change Your Thinking for the Better
You’ve heard me say ‘change your thinking for the better’ umpteen times. This week I had an epiphany. I must share it with you. For 2020, the personal accomplishment I am most proud of is losing nearly 30 pounds. (I have shrunk to 5 feet 1 and ½ inches. So trust me, 30 pounds is …