by Barry | Nov 23, 2012 | Attitude, Awareness, Character, Communication, Inspiration, Intentionality, Listening, Personal Development, Relationships
This is Thanksgiving Weekend here in the states and for many of us, an opportunity to spend time with friends and family. For me, this year included eating, building puzzles, eating, watching football, eating and lots of driving. Although I am grateful for the chance...
by Barry | Nov 19, 2012 | Accountability, Character, Communication, Decision Making, Leadership, Relationships, Respect, Responsibility, Trust
I was at my church life group last week and we were discussing faith and deeds and how what we think does not always translate to how we act. Jeff, one of my best friends over the last twenty-five years made the following statement, “Truth is forgettable if not...
by Barry | Nov 12, 2012 | Attitude, Awareness, Character, Communication, Influence, Inspiration, Leadership, Relationships, Responsibility
Today we celebrate Veterans Day 2012 and many of us will enjoy a day off from our typical Monday work responsibilities and have the day to do whatever we choose. My question is “what will you do?” I will not be taking the day off from work but will make...
by Barry | Nov 2, 2012 | Awareness, Brand, Character, Decision Making, Influence, Leadership, Respect, Trust
Does your audio match your video? I love that question. If you don’t understand it or have not heard it before, it is asking if your actions match your words. We all know that person who says things that are not even close to how they act. I wonder if these people...
by Barry | Oct 9, 2012 | Accountability, Awareness, Character, Communication, Empowerment, Influence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Listening, Purpose, Respect, Trust, Vision
I have always been intrigued by managers who think they are leaders simply because of their title. In fact, I find it interesting how many people think their title not only defines them but entitles them to certain rights. Two words that I think describe any great...
by Barry | Oct 7, 2012 | Attitude, Brand, Character, Coaching, Empowerment, Goals, Influence, Inspiration, Leadership, Legacy, Personal Development, Teamwork
We have all said it, “Think Outside The Box.” Usually to promote unique thinking that will result in some great new idea or outcome. The problem is that this phrase is used way more than the results are realized. I was watching the Oregon Ducks play the...
