Posted: July 17, 2017 | Categories: Leadership, Presentation skills, Time management

“You’ve got to ride the horse in the direction it is going” -Old Texas saying

One of my clients is in a key position with a start-up company.  He is an exceptional leader with boundless energy and focus.  As you can imagine, it is important for Ray to continuously sell ideas to his very busy boss.

At first it was frustrating trying to corner his boss for a quality conversation.  It seemed like the boss was always distracted.  Then Ray got wise: Read More…

Posted: July 6, 2017 | Categories: Leadership, Management

We have all heard that time-worn line from so many commercials:  “My only regret is that I did not do it (buy it) sooner”.  If your goal is to lead a #1 team, you may want to incorporate this concept also.Read More…

Posted: June 15, 2017 | Categories: Leadership, Team Building

I work with companies to build high-performing teams.  This can be a long and difficult process.  In many cases some trust has to be restored, and new habits and behavior patterns must be formed.  One of the most rewarding parts of this team-building process is when a group crosses the magic threshold from “I” to “we”.  I was able to observe such a breakthrough this week:Read More…

Posted: May 31, 2017 | Categories: Leadership, Management, Team Building

Picture this scenario:  You hire an employee for a key position.  They are like a dream come true.  They know what you want, and consistently deliver excellent work.  Their attitude is exceptional, and they are a positive force on the team. They are eager to learn everything, and you spend extra time with them teaching them things that enable you to spend more time on what you do best.  For two years, you have been in with them.  It is a joy.  Then, one day, you get the proverbial “punch in the stomach”.  They announce that they are leaving for another company.  Read More…

Posted: May 24, 2017 | Categories: Leadership, Team Building

Oh, I wish I could give a magic, “silver bullet” answer to the title of this blog.  If you own a business, you know the “punch in the stomach” feeling when a seasoned and highly valuable team member gives you their two-weeks’ notice.  Turnover is costly for many reasons we know and don’t know. Let’s start with a history lesson:Read More…