Don’t Do It
Often, everything we talk about is positive, upbeat and ready to go for it. Yet, sometimes the best advice is to not go for it, to hang back, to stay home, demur, and…don’t do it. Drive to the city on Read More …
Setting Expectations
When you call someone be sure you are setting expectations – and be clear. Time needed Things to do What’s next How they will feel Ask if they have questions Verify information shared If you are setting expectations – take Read More …
Can’t Be Sure
Ever been in one of those situations when you can’t be sure you know the answer? No? (Me either. LOL). I mean, for example…(just for funsies.) Such as one of those mathematical answers or a scientific principle that has been Read More …
Being Careful
Sometimes, being careful doesn’t get you what you want. I am not saying that taking risks always gets you what you want either. You can start out slow, articulate and specific. You may actually still be taking a risk. Try Read More …
Let’s Go Change It
Whenever we can, let’s go change it. Especially if we are in charge. Especially if we have any control at all. Especially if we have any level of influence. Talk to as many people as you can – spread the Read More …
Yes, Please
You can say yes, please and still want more. Yes – another cookie. Yes – more time on the project. Yes – more volunteers. Yes – a second glass of wine. Yes – additional creative ideas. Yes – this isn’t Read More …
When a No Becomes a Yes
When a no becomes a yes there is probably a good reason (or more) for the change of thought. It is not to be flighty or second guessing the situation. It is not that you were being rude; in fact, Read More …
The Perfect Plan
You always want to come up with the perfect plan. Define it. Refine it. Share it. Subterfuge may be needed and help should be enlisted. Ask your colleagues. Recruit your friends. Check in with your family. Everyone may want in Read More …
Stay Committed, Or
Do you have to stay committed, or can you bail? On a book you hate? On a podcast that goes off the rails? On a Netflix series that you liked in Seasons 1 and 2? On a restaurant you used Read More …
Rain Not Snow
I don’t have much to argue on this point, but often rain not snow is preferred. Especially when it is torrential (rain that is). Especially when it is winter and the temps are dropping, colder and colder. Especially when you Read More …