Inspiring Management Tips
Behavior begins with your thoughts
Instinct. That’s what everyone said was the reason Grace acted so differently than I expected last week when she darted after that innocent bunny. She and I were worlds apart. But it was just her instinct to chase and mine to protect. I thought a lot about that incident in relation to people in the…
Tolerance of others depends on how you view their status
That bunny is still on my mind. Those who saw my last post know I was quite upset by Grace’s actions earlier this week. Some might say, “Get over it.” And I will. For the record, I do know that this situation isn’t the end of the world, nor does it rank up with the…
What to do when someone does something really bad
I had planned for a different topic for today’s post. However, I’m in the midst of a traumatic experience and felt it was important to share it. There will be no pictures, but be forewarned that it is a sad animal tale. Arriving home this morning after a breakfast meeting, I took Grace outside for…
Manage change by moving forward a little at a time
Do you embrace change? Or resist it? Perhaps the answer depends on the circumstances of the change. But no matter what your reaction, it’s important to know that change will happen. It’s bittersweet for me to think of Grace aging. I always loved her beautiful, deep reddish color that now seems lighter, transitioning to more…
Looks are important; but the components underneath are critical
This winter has been mild with very little snow. Yesterday and today we’re seeing a typical New England storm with lots of the white, fluffy flakes falling. It’s sticking everywhere and bringing a whole new look to the landscape. That seems appropriate as I’m in the final stages of creating a whole new look to…
Know what’s behind you, but keep your focus on what’s ahead
Last Friday, I met with a staff of a small organization to review assessment results. It was a fun and rewarding time for me, because everyone was genuinely interested in learning more about themselves and each other. They were filled with probing questions that reflected their interest in looking ahead. They understood that there were…
How to make decisions that you can live with
Grace ate something she shouldn’t have eaten. That happened mid-day Tuesday when we went on a short walk close to our house. She was off-leash and far enough away from me that I could see her gnawing on something that looked like a small bone, but not near enough for me to clearly identify it…
Spread the love on Valentine’s Day — even to those you aren’t that fond of
Today, of course, is Valentine’s Day. It’s an occasion that encourages us to devote time to those closest to us — and to tell them that we care. Dogs and cats probably don’t have today on their social calendar. Nor do co-workers. We think of it as only a romantic celebration. But why not expand…
Does a pedigree matter?
When you’re looking for the perfect job candidate, do you take into account the person’s background or societal standing? Perhaps you require a college degree? Or a degree in a certain discipline? Or maybe you look for the candidate to have work experience that comes from a particular type or size of company? In short,…
