Perks for Work Work perks can turn us in to slaves if we are not careful. An excellent article was shared with me by a good friend of mine from work. The article at CNBC is entitled: Don’t be fooled by these so-called work perks. (click on the linked title to read it) To entice… Read More
Two Consequences of Our Decisions
A friend of mine at work brought out something he had posted on his wall years ago to post once again. He found the quote in a training package for leadership. There are some ideas that connect with us in multiple situations and times “The two most severe consequences decisions are success and failure.” -Anonymous If… Read More
Do You Have Purpose?
I’ve been struggling with purpose of late at work. In my home life, my purpose is clear. We have kids in school and we want to enable them to be successful in the path they choose for their own lives. We talk to our five- and nine-year olds about the options, pros, cons and potential… Read More
Slow Down to Go Fast
In my youth, I used to think that being safe was being conservative and not focusing on getting the job done. After a couple decades of experience beyond my youth and attending the safety classes my work is offering, I’ve learned safety comes from awareness. Awareness comes from thinking about what might happen, understanding the… Read More
It’s up to You
“Things aren’t gonna change unless you do.” These words were said to me in a conversation with Ron, the gentleman who checks people in at the doctor’s office. We were discussing having fun with what we do. Both of observed that more than half the people we interact with complain about things and most especially… Read More
Sing Your Own Song
We all want simple answers. Like a child, we want answers we may comprehend. Children don’t have the language or understanding of multiple meanings to grasp the subtleties of experience and the truth derived from multiple perspectives. As adults we are continually learning new ways of seeing the world provided our intent is improvement and… Read More
Leveraging Strength
Tension is created when we encounter different cultures or points of view. Arguments ensue when we hold onto one side or the other. The tension continues to build until something gives. Is this process necessary? What about using that energy to ask questions and seek understanding of the other perspective? When I’ve found myself in… Read More
Minding Our Leadership Gap
Last time we spoke of feedback through auditing, interviews, and the like. Even going to the doctor is a form of feedback albeit less formal than audits or interviews. However, I know some folks who are just as stressed out by doctors as interviews and audits. We also spoke of the leadership gap between what… Read More
Do you have a leadership gap?
I’m a division quality manager and helping the organization prepare for an audit. Next week we are being re-certified to the requirements of AS9100, the world-wide Aerospace Business/Quality Management System Standard. Stress rises for many people when they are interviewed during an audit. An auditor who you don’t know comes in and asks questions about… Read More
Avoid Head Trash
I came across a quote on Pinterest I related to. I even made a few copies and gave it out to people at my work. Most could relate, but there was a friend of mine who disagreed with a part of it. For this I am thankful. I appreciate it when people speak their minds… Read More
Business of You 