There’s something about nearing the end of the year that often leads to reflection. Did we reach the goals we set early in the year? Have we given our best? How do we know when we’ve really succeeded? What does that even mean? Here’s a definition of success that I really like, adapted from a 1905 poem [...]
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Tuesday Tidbit
December 20, 2011Thank you Thursday
December 15, 2011It’s an amazing experience to watch your child grow up. First, there is the natural curiosity and innocence of the very young. Then, boundaries are stretched as independence is tested. And, at some point, before you know it, your little one has grown up. As parents, we have to shift from being involved in nearly [...]
Sunday Service – Charity Navigator
December 11, 2011With so many requests from charitable organizations this time of year, how do you decide which is most worthy of your precious dollars? Sometimes, specific causes tug at our hearts. For example, I am a past board member of The Ohio Business Week Foundation, my Mom has Alzheimers, my Dad died of cancer, my son is a [...]
Thank you Thursday
December 8, 2011This Sunday is a very special day for me. It’s my birthday. But, what makes the day even more special is that it is also my son’s birthday. In the spirit of Thanks-living, today and every day, I am thankful for the wonderful birthday gift I was given 29 years ago; a son. When he was a young child, [...]
Tuesday Tidbit
December 6, 2011What’s the difference between criticism and feedback? If they always feel the same to you (either as giver or reciever), this quote is for you! As you have one-on-ones with team members, or looking ahead to annual performance review time, keep these definitions top of mind. Are you just being critical, or are you providing valuable [...]
Thank you Thursday
December 1, 2011Taking last week’s post about “Thanks-living” to heart, I have been living in thankfulness for the holiday weekend spent with our family. Our children are grown and married with amazing lives of their own. One lives about thirty minutes from us, but is a busy and successful entrepreur. The other lives in Florida and just brought a whole new kind of joy [...]
Tuesday Tidbit
November 29, 2011The day after tomorrow is the first day of the last month of 2011. Can you believe it? Here are some thoughts on finishing the year strong. Today, I will do what others won’t so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can’t. ~Jerry Rice Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal. My [...]
Sunday Service – Support Small Business Saturday
November 20, 2011Typically, Sunday Service focuses on a non-profit organization or the many ways individuals can support non-profits besides just making cash donations. Today’s post is a little different, but still a way to help your community. This Saturday, November 26, is national “Small Business Saturday.” Supporting local small business is important to both the national and local economies. Shopping [...]
Thank you Thursday
November 17, 2011I’ve been really working on practicing gratitude over the last year. When I sit down to write the weekly “Thank you Thursday” post, sometimes it flows easily. Other times, I have to put aside a rough day, or ignore not feeling well, or the myriad of other things that can stand in the way of [...]
Tuesday Tidbit
November 15, 2011I’ve had the joy of being around a new baby boy several times in the last 36 hours. Instead of the typical teamwork or leadership quotes, this week’s Tidbit is inspired by him! A new baby is like the beginning of all things-wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities. -Eda J. LeShan A baby will make love stronger, days shorter, [...]
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