Compassion and Connection

When we open our heart, allow ourselves to feel the impact of another’s journey, we’re taking a risk. Keeping ourselves closed off, separate and distracted is easy. Turning our attention to these distractions keep us from connecting with others… our team, family,...

Blinded by the End-Product

“Success is not the end-product of a great business; it’s a by-product of that company’s inspiring vision and values.” — Misti Burmeister  This is why many leaders fail to create successful (and sustainable) company cultures. This is why managers fail to become...

Thank You, Mr. Zig Ziglar!

“Lack of direction, not lack of time, is the problem. We all have twenty-four hour days.” – Zig Ziglar  One of my greatest teachers, Zig Ziglar, passed away yesterday morning. He was 86.  Thank you, Mr. Ziglar, for teaching me that having...