Give Yourself an Upgrade
Why do we sometimes cheat ourselves? Why don’t we upgrade the tools and processes we rely on every day? Could it be because we’ve had years of conditioning that good enough…is good enough? Is it because it’s hard to measure the impact or value of doing so? Could it be we feel smarter when we […]
It’s a Time-Honored Principle
As you know, I get my inspiration for writing from my everyday experiences. I was fortunate to have an opportunity last week to work with a business coach that is also a British improv performer. It was quite an experience. The exercises we did focused on improving our listening skills with a splash of being […]
Don’t Waste It
In our very, very connected world we unfortunately waste time. It’s so easy to do it. It’s like overeating or drinking. I’m experiencing how easy it’s been for me to waste time since I’m in Ireland traveling to large cities, small towns and even villages. I purchased a SIM card for my phone and getting […]
Lack of Business Courtesy Isn’t Cheeky
I’m back this week again on the topic of workplace, professional courtesy and expectations. I posed a question last week whether or not it matters being on time anymore and have we accepted a lack of punctuality as being okay. Of course, I touched on the fact that maybe it’s just a sign of our […]
A Lost Courtesy?
Does it really matter to be on time anymore? Have we accepted a lack of punctuality as okay or dismiss is as part of our culture? Is it a sign of our greying professional population if we believe that punctuality says something about a person? Have we reached a point where tardiness is acceptable, because […]
Does Time = Money?
No doubt, “Time is Money” is something we have all grown up with and hold to be true. It’s also the simplest expression of the spirit of capitalism. History says it was coined in 1748 by Benjamin Franklin who was giving advice to young tradesmen and the full quote is: “He that can earn ten […]
