If you’re looking for another quick read such as “The Go-Giver” that was reviewed last month, I would highly recommend “Raving Fans” by Ken Blanchard and Sheldon Bowles. The subtitle of the book “A Revolutionary Approach to Customer Service” in no way overplays the impact of having raving fans for your business. Don’t [...]
Category archives: educational
are you positive?
Do you believe you are a product of your environment? Looking at the surroundings of your life, are you in an atmosphere that encourages growth and learning, enouragement, and support? Whether it be in the workplace or in your personal life, I believe those in your life have a major impact. I [...]
almost a new year
The new year is right around the corner. Like many others, I am reviewing the past year and making adjustments and plans for the new year. These plans include creating strategic alliances, and solidifying relationships. It includes networking and marketing. It includes tweaking what didn’t work so well over the course [...]
values
We often talk about what your “Bermuda” is. It’s that destination that we’re working toward. That ridiculous dream, if you will.
Do you know what you’re sailing toward? If not, take some time to analyze and determine what it is. Having that determination will help you to chart your course [...]
time flies
I thought I just opened up my eyes from waking up LAST Monday, and now it’s already Friday of the next week. How did that happen?!
Focusing on the positive and maintaining a positive mindset are so important. Adopting those characteristics will take you to great places. The positive energy you throw out [...]
the holidays are here
It’s hard to believe that the holidays are already upon us. It seems that it was just yesterday when the year started, and now it’s drawing to a close. This time of year encompasses so much - it’s a time of thanks, a time of reflection, a festive time for family and friends, [...]
giving thanks
As you pause to give thanks or quietly reflect on what you have to be thankful for, remember the importance of being thankful throughout the year. Let those who are important to you know they are important to you. If someone has helped you in any manner, let them know how much you [...]
a winning team
I’ve been talking a lot about relationships lately. I hate to be on a soapbox about this, but I believe it’s really critical.
With the state of the economy, now is not the time to give in and go with the flow. Each of us can have a successful business and not [...]
a winning recipe
I receive several newsletters and ezines in my email, and there seems to be a definitive trend in many of the messages. To name just a few traits out of a long list that many of the motivational speakers talk about frequently: being positive/having a positive mental attitude, having key relationships, and focusing [...]
what will you do?
Looking back at the Team Nimbus Alabama quote of the week by Earl Nightingale (“We can let circumstances rule us, or we can take charge and rule our lives from within.”), it made me think about what each of us does. It’s obviously a personal choice, but which side of the road are YOU [...]