Several years ago I sat with one of my mentors and asked for his advice. Having been a big time CEO for several decades, I felt like all of our conversations were steeped in lessons learned. But, this time around I wanted to know what he considered to be the one piece of wisdom he…
Tag: relationships
Connection is King
A connection with someone cannot be contrived or forced. But the way we communicate can be crafted in a manner that encourages connection. Here are three tips for making that happen.
Where’s Your Moral Compass? Prevention/Forgiveness or Permission/Harassment?
In today’s society, we preach a moral compass that calibrates to each individual’s moral code. That’s an impossible way to run a society. Think about it.
The Weekly Shufflepass 009: Why Ending Well is Essential
Are you easy to do business with or do you make it difficult for folks to leave? Here’s one key to building a strong brand and repeat customers.
Getting Home Late (and How NOT to)
Committing to being home on time and having that family dinner is an essential part of living an integrated life.
What to Do with Fatal Flaws in Business Relationships
Certain people have character traits that make it difficult to work with them in business relationships (and life, too!). Here’s how to deal with them.
Why You Don’t Have to Agree to Respect and Support Someone Else
To respect and support another person, whether a team member or a spouse, you don’t have to agree. Here’s why…and how you can reframe your mindset.
Healthy Habits: Sunday Morning Coffee
One of my favorite healthy habits is Sunday Morning Coffee. Here’s how it has improved my marriage and my life.
5 Tips for a Successful Client Relationship
A few years ago, we struggled with a client who seemed like a dream come true. Here are five tips I learned the hard way about how to turn a rocky start into a successful client relationship.
Why an Open Door Policy Needs More than an Open Door
I left for India with an open door policy that I think most people respect. I left from India having learned an important lesson. Don’t just open the door — tear down the walls.