Keep Right On

As you’re reading this post, I’m arriving in England for a short business trip. Although I won’t be visiting my English football club, I thought the words from its fan anthem are especially appropriate for anyone who is creating the life they desire. As you go through life,It’s a long long road, there’ll be joys […]

Exceptional Leaders Create Magic

When people listen with their hearts, it’s magical just like listening to dolphins sing underwater. My friend Jen sent me a beautiful e-card this morning. I loved this picture so much that I decided to share it as a way of honoring the creative, playful spirit that lives inside each of us. If you’re feeling […]

“It’s Not Personal”

How many times have you heard people say “it’s not personal” in the business world? How many times did you believe them? Never, because it’s a lie. Every day people make decisions based on what they believe is right for themselves and for their companies. It is personal when you decide to fire someone. It […]

Next time you’re daydreaming

Many people wonder what it would be like to walk away and “escape” a life that has become disjointed, uncomfortable, or unhappy. Jason Lewis thought he was taking a short reprieve from life in London. He’s even quoted as saying he wanted to escape from London. Instead of a two year expedition, he spent 13 […]

This one’s for my brother

My brother has been a Cubs fan since he was a little kid. Of course, he’s thrilled the Cubbies are playing the Diamondbacks. This is what I have to say about the playoffs….