How do we make our future dreams reality? We need to focus on building knowledge to give us potential and then PRACTICE to build mastery. I worry that we often miss this point. It isn't about finding a quick fix (oh those silver bullets), and…
As I got off the last lift for the day, I felt burn in my thighs. It was an awesome day of skiing, particularly since it was day two. First day was “work out the kinks” and “build back the confidence” day.…
She's been on my mind for years. I vowed one day I would find her. I just didn’t know how. And then it happened. I saw her name. It didn’t seem possible. Could she really be attending the same event? I…
As we approach this holiday season, the push to get our attention to buy things picks up speed. This unrelenting fever always stops me in my tracks. Maybe it is the “volume." Maybe it is fatigue since some merchants put…
Many of you know the journey I've been on in the last two years of writing my first book. This path has certainly taken me to some interesting places, introduced me to some wonderful people and opened up conversations and…
As I entered the store, I was truly disgusted with myself. Planning ahead is one of my core strengths, especially during busy holiday weekends. The last place I wanted to be was back to the grocery store. And yet, I forgot some key ingredients. I had no choice but…
Are you a 31’er? As I sat down to think about my week, it became clear that the pace of things around me was on a one-way ticket to faster. That is true for everyone. Because everything is 24/7, we…
It was a glorious day on the water. After dinner, people started to gather around the campfire. The conversation was alive with stories that replayed the day’s events - the classic crashes, the great accomplishments and of course the fun…
It started out simply. A way for me to “call out” less than stellar behavior that was counter-productive to change while keeping the focus on the behavior and NOT the people. Guardians of no progress©. You know - those rascals that…
Spring is a time of renewal, of evaluating who we are and what we want. Have you ever asked yourself "what is your leadership commitment?" It's a big question triggered by an engaging and fascinating conversation I had recently with…