While we’re waiting for that leadership list in next week’s USA TODAY, let’s review this week’s interesting list. In this edition they chose to focus on memorable commercials, and I must admit that I was somewhat surprised that of the 25 classics they identify, I vividly remember 23 of them. I don’t necessarily approve or…
For weeks now, I’ve suggested that you check out the Monday editions of USA TODAY as they offer a different list each week to celebrate their 25th Anniversary. You can find their full-page specials in the paper or online every week from now until September. For those of you involved with or interested in leadership of…
As a youngster, I had many heroes, idols, and role models. They included past Presidents, movie cowboys, rock singers, sports icons, astronauts, and many historical figures we read about in school. Remembering the very long list of people I looked up to during my childhood, I couldn’t help but wonder about today’s generation and who…
In early April, I wrote an article urging readers to monitor Monday editions of USA TODAY as they began a series of articles of “Commemorative Top 25 Lists” to celebrate their 25th Anniversary. You can find their full-page specials in the paper or online every week from now until September. Thus far, they’ve been very…
Happy Birthday to USA TODAY! In mid-September of this year, USA TODAY celebrates 25 years of service to readers all over the world. It is published via satellite at 36 locations in the USA and at four sites abroad. With a total average daily circulation of 2.3 million, USA TODAY is available worldwide. USA TODAY…
A few weeks ago, I directed you to the web site of “Simple Truths” to view the short, three-minute movie called “The Dash … Making a Difference With Your Life.” I hope it was as thought-provoking for you as it was for me. It certainly makes you re-evaluate your current priorities. More than 30 million people around…
In our continuing effort to provide you with access to great resources — both personal and business — I suggest that you check out the following link. Immediately upon connecting to this link, you’ll see a fascinating, three-minute, inspirational movie. It’s titled “The Nature of Success,” and I think you’ll really enjoy it. You won’t hear…
Name the sport — they all target a strong bench to lead them to the success they covet so greatly. In baseball, it might be a burly DH (designated hitter) or a strong closing pitcher. In the competitive game of “hoops,” the 6th, 7th, and 8th players are almost always as talented, experienced and valuable…
Working in the consulting, seminar and keynoting business, we receive a good number of calls from clients looking for a “motivational” speaker. I often struggle with that terminology. Very early in my career, I attended a number of programs which featured a “motivational speaker.” I was very fortunate to sit in the audience as a…