Inspiring Management Tips
New Year, New Achievements. Or not?
When the calendar page turned over to the first day of 2015, it seemed that there would be plenty of time to accomplish all the things I wanted to do. This week, reality is settling in. January is moving fast. The minutes and hours are fading into days which are becoming weeks. We’re almost at…
You can achieve what you want, with just one word
Everyone is talking about setting goals for 2015. There is nothing wrong with that. It’s always smart to know what you want to do, otherwise, it’s unlikely that you’re going to make much progress. Yet, we know that most New Year’s Resolutions are never realized. Life seems to get in the way and somehow, despite…
Our Holiday Greeting, including Grace’s tips for a successful new year!
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Have you been asked to do something you really don’t want to do?
Grace is timid, shy, and generally a nervous creature. Putting her in an unfamiliar situation is not only uncomfortable for her, but something she most definitely does not like to do. However, when she can, she makes the most of it. In workplace settings, this can also be a helpful tactic. Making light of an annoying situation, especially…
Give thanks to everyone, especially to those people who make you feel crazy
It’s pretty easy to be thankful for those people or things that we love, appreciate, or enjoy, especially when we learn that those things might go away. It was a year ago when Oliver, our active and headstrong then-three-year-old cat, had emergency surgery. I was at a conference that day and we had dropped Oliver…
Employees can go through phases
Yesterday, around 2:30 p.m. as if on cue, Grace walked into my office and whined. It’s her [not so] subtle way of saying she’s ready for our walk. It’s a new routine these days — but also one that is familiar to us from the past. For years, Grace and I have ventured down the road…
Are you managing your employees with tricks or treats?
So today is Halloween. A day when it’s acceptable — even encouraged — to scare the bejesus out of others. Or for those who aren’t into the ghoulish side of the scene, massive amounts of Snickers bars and candy corn make the day oh so sweet. It’s interesting that one occasion offers such opposing rituals! Sometimes we find…
Should you be direct or politically correct when delivering a tough message?
Grace has a way of getting my attention when she wants something. Sometimes she’s diplomatic (positioning her body within view, perhaps even touching mine, coupled with a long, meaningful stare) and other times she can be very direct (incessant whining that she must know drives me over-the-top ‘will-you-please-STOP-that’ nuts). Her first attempt to communicate her…
Grace turns 10!
Happy Birthday to Grace, who turns 10 years old this month, October 2014. Grace has been an inspiration to me over the years and this memorable milestone is worthy of a party! Everyone is invited to participate. The best part about this virtual party is that you can fete in a way that means something to…
Happy 10th Birthday to Grace!
We’re having a party and you’re invited (and you don’t even have to go anywhere!) Who doesn’t like a party? Well, um, the answer would be: Grace. She’s not too keen on large crowds (even small ones can be intimidating), loud or unexpected noises, or fast movement happening around her. So to avoid these typical…
