So many wonderful stories and lessons are available to us today and yet we seldom hear or read them as our media chooses to focus on the more negative. Thus, we created this Generational Gems series. We all have the responsibility to see that these Gems are passed on to the coming generations. The following Gem…
It’s amazing how many lessons we can find within our environment if we just pause, observe, and think about the many obvious things we usually take for granted. The Wizard of Oz, based on the best-selling book by L. Frank Baum, was first released in 1939. It is often ranked among the top ten best…
At a time when few of us have a break in our schedule or the clarity of mind to do so, we should each take a moment every now and then to give thanks and words of appreciation to those who have contributed to our personal and career accomplishments. In fact, when you look back…
It’s interesting to compare workplace environments. As a consultant, I’ve had the rare opportunity to visit hundreds of different organizations over the years. Although every location has its own personality, most workplaces fall into one of two categories: positive or negative. You can usually detect it when you walk through the door. There’s either a…
I’m sure there are many reasons for poor communication in this complex world of ours, especially in the U.S. during what appears to be one of the most chaotic times in our history. For the first time, our workplace consists of four generations at one time. This fact is often overlooked when searching for communication challenges….
You probably never expected to see the above words in the same sentence. However, finish this article, and you’ll quickly see the obvious connection. Last month we celebrated Administrative Professionals Day, formerly known as Secretary’s Day. This month we celebrate National Receptionists Day. These special days were set aside to recognize the work and tremendous…
Total involvement and shared responsibility by everyone at every level is key to the success of any organization in today’s challenging world of change, competition, and survival. The following Generational Gem illustrates the critical need for everyone to understand that all members of the organization have something to add and should strive to make certain…
To celebrate National Time Management Month, I’d like to share an age-old Gem which was written by my favorite author, “Unknown.” Although it’s been handed down over the decades, it never ceases to offer a very relevant lesson which can benefit everyone in today’s chaotic world. Why not continue the tradition by passing it on…
I am far from being a radical person. However, I can’t help but wonder if we, as a society, have grown too complacent for our own good. At what point do we simply say “Enough, already!” Again, this is not a political concern. This is definitely a leadership issue. TV, radio, magazines, newspapers, and the…