Irrepressible Optimism

As we approach the end of 2016, and the fresh start of a new year, there is a sense of excitement in everything that we do. We set new goals and leave the troubles of the past year behind us. This lasts for a month, or maybe two, before we lose our enthusiasm and...

Initiative

Through the years I have gained some perspective that can help us understand the concept of initiative. Initiative means taking a first step or movement to do something. We should all be initiators and want those around us to do the same. I often work with two types...

Create your Edge

An edge can give you an advantage in any arena. You may relate the term ‘creating an edge’ with a specific sport, but it applies in all facets of work and life. I like to use athletic examples because they are often the easiest to understand. Having...

The MAP to Success

Is what you’re doing today setting you up to achieve your goals? Goal setting is a vital part of developing your daily routine. Every goal you set, whether short or long term should be measurable, attainable and profitable (MAP). In order to set yourself up for...

Lead by Shining

I don’t know about you, but I frequently sense something different about people when Friday arrives. They have more bounce in their step, more enthusiasm in their voice and their smile turns up just a bit more in the corners of their mouths. As a salesman, I...