We will embarrass ourselves at times; humans are not perfect; we will fail. There will be times when the toilet paper trail is attached to our shoe; that our fly will be the one that is open; or, that we will inadvertently call a co-worker a name usually reserved for our spouse. It happens. Leaders…
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A drone at The Pensacola Blue Wahoos’ Game
As far as I know, last Saturday night was the first time that a drone has been taking pictures anywhere near me. Perhaps I should explain. John and I were at the Wahoos’ game and the fireworks display was being filmed by Tower Drones. And, even though there was an amazing demonstration of fire, light…
Just don’t have the skills?
A few years ago, I read about a new type of consulting service. A woman in Washington, DC, offered to confidentially assist senior leaders in using their organization’s IT systems. For a hefty price, she would come, during non-working hours, to teach the client how to understand the various pieces of equipment and software applications.…
65 Years of Commitment
You may have noticed that recently I have neglected to follow my regular routine of postings. I do have a good reason – my family has been busy celebrating our parents’ 65th wedding anniversary. It was an amazing weekend with lots of activities, family members and friends. We met for one single purpose – to…
Renewal
Do you feel it? The air is changing! Do you feel the excitement building along with a hint of anxiety? Are you ready? Have you prepared? Don’t you know? This is the week! The day is almost here! The air is filled with anticipation and regret. Ready? Really ready?? School is starting!!!! It’s the end…
Got a giant in your future? (or in your present?)
Every one of us who has a personal moral code will eventually be challenged by someone who either disagrees with our specific beliefs or who is angry that we have a personal code at all. In spite of the fact that living a life of integrity is a personal choice, lived out in a private…
Have you taught them how to work?
It was such a blessing to work with Marine Colonel Cliff Acree. He is an amazing man and I love being able to call him “My Friend.” One Christmas I was excited to share with Cliff that my parents were coming to spend the holidays with us. Cliff replied, “I want to meet your Mom…
Communications – Tyra Banks’ style
The Cleveland Clinic has published an interesting piece on the benefits of smiling (http://my.clevelandclinic.org/giving/news-events/publications/catalyst_e_news/archive/2014/01-benefits-of-smiling.aspx). They claim that a smile – whether it is forced or genuine – has the potential to: Change our mood Be contagious Relieve stress Boost the immune system Lower blood pressure Release endorphins (the feel-good hormone) Help us stay positive…
What messages are we sending?
Have you read about the latest issue regarding the legalization of recreational use of marijuana in the state of Colorado? There was an interesting article this weekend in The Denver Post. (article on Denver homeless) The paper reports that the number of those who are homeless and seeking assistance from Denver charities has increased significantly. Many attribute this rise in homelessness…
Rules, rules, rules (cont.)
The field trip was nearly completed and my high school psychology class was finishing their lunch at a fast food restaurant. As students began to head out the door, making their way to the bus, I noticed that most had left their trash on the tables. To no one’s surprise, I called to them and…
Dr. Carla Jill Stein 