by Barry | Sep 11, 2013 | Character, Communication, Environment, Goals, Influence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Success, Teamwork, Values, Vision
For more than two years Scott Fay has been my coach, mentor, and most importantly, my friend. When I was trying to separate who I was from what I did, and come up with a plan for the rest of my life, Scott believed in me and pushed me in the right direction. Although...
by Barry | Sep 9, 2013 | Attitude, Communication, Growth, Influence, Inspiration, Intentionality, Relationships
Have you ever been really frustrated and were ready to tear the head off the next person that happens to come your way? Did you ever consider saying “thank you” to them in lieu of the first thing that comes into your mind? I think I can safely answer...
by Barry | Sep 6, 2013 | Awareness, Decision Making, Intentionality, Purpose
Two or three times a year, my wife Michelle and I go stay at a friends vacation home in the Columbia River Gorge. Even though it is less than an hour east of us, it feels like we have completely removed ourselves from the grid that we call everyday life. It’s a...
by Barry | Sep 4, 2013 | Awareness, Environment, Focus, Growth, Intentionality, Success, Vision
The last few years I have really made an effort to focus on the things that matter. My family, building my business and growing personally and professionally. What I have found is that the environment we find ourselves in can interfere with that focus. When I...
by Barry | Sep 2, 2013 | Awareness, Environment, Focus, Growth, Intentionality
This is the first time in 23 years that we have not had either of the boys home during the summer. Yes, we miss them and at least Spencer has visited a few times but there is one big problem with not having them at home … Firewood! I made the decision that I...
by Barry | Sep 1, 2013 | Leadership, Legacy, Personal Development
One of the services I provide is facilitating Mastermind Groups. I have facilitated many on John Maxwell materials such as “The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth”, “Everyone Communicates Few Connect”, and “The 21 Irrefutable Laws Of...
by Barry | Aug 30, 2013 | Awareness, Environment, Focus, Growth, Inspiration, Intentionality, Listening
A friend sent me this picture earlier this week along with a note that said he was a little late to his destination because he stopped to look at this view and just reflect for a little while. Wow! When was the last time you did that? I do not find any coincidence in...
by Barry | Aug 28, 2013 | Accountability, Awareness, Brand, Decision Making, Environment, Intentionality, Leadership, Legacy, Responsibility, Teamwork, Vision
I recently finished “The Collaboration Economy – How to meet Business, Social, and Environmental Needs and Gain Competitive Advantage” by Eric Lowitt. It focuses on how some of the major global players in business and industry have taken it upon...
by Barry | Aug 26, 2013 | Brand, Decision Making, Goals, Influence, Priorities, Vision
I heard John Maxwell once say that “People won’t remember what you did and they won’t remember what you said, but they will remember how you made them feel.” There is a lot to be said for that statement. I believe it goes hand in hand with the...
by Barry | Aug 21, 2013 | Attitude, Awareness, Character, Communication, Empowerment, Influence, Intentionality, Leadership, Teamwork
I recently finished reading “Give And Take – A Revolutionary Approach To Success” by Adam Grant. I was not familiar with the book or the author but Give and Take came highly recommended by Jeremey Donovan who wrote “How To Give A TED...
