Get In Shape

Jan 27, 2024 | Business, Leadership

Prepare Yourself There are times when we make an extra effort to get in shape for situations that matter. You know, like running a marathon (or a 5k), attending the next high school reunion, or practicing for your firm’s donut eating contest. Whatever is necessary,...

A HP With a Balanced Life?

Feb 26, 2023 | Business, Leadership, Personal Management

A HP Keeper Speaking to a couple of senior leaders of a firm, they independently told me that they were really high on a particular manager who they considered to be a high performer (HP). They reported that he was smart, got things done, met deadlines and did great...

Becoming Remote Capable

Oct 23, 2022 | Business, Leadership, Performance, Personal Management

New Term Gallup came out with a recent study that introduced a new term, “remote capable.” Their definition refers to the work that can be completed outside of the office. Obviously, certain jobs require onsite presence. But much of a professional’s work can be done...

It’s Not The Profession

Sep 25, 2022 | Business, Leadership, Personal Management

Selfcare Routines I recently read a study that confirmed an earlier finding that walking in nature actually has restorative effects on your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. We’ve known this for decades and our ancestors lived it through the ages. As a...

The Solution For Missteps

Dec 2, 2020 | Business, Leadership, Personal Management

I’m Only Human All of us face situations where we procrastinate certain tasks or regularly make certain mistakes. It’s frustrating to us and others around us. Since we all are guilty, we can either accept our failings as just being human (no one’s perfect) or we...