Thinking Outside the Box – Part 2

Thinking Outside the Box – Part 2

Getting “out of the box” is a fascinating topic that calls us to be creative in finding a solution to a new or prolonged problem. The approach, when applied across a spectrum of issues in our lives, can bring rich perspective and high quality work. Let’s take a...
Thinking Outside the Box – Part 1

Thinking Outside the Box – Part 1

Sunday morning, I sat alone in my backyard [photo above] for 90 minutes. No books, no cell phone, just my thought life. 68 degrees, a delicious cup of coffee, and at least 4 different species of birds singing. I framed my mind with a passage of scripture and reflected...
What Military Leadership Can Teach Us in Tough Times

What Military Leadership Can Teach Us in Tough Times

Leaders in CrisisWhat Military Leadership can teach us in tough times As a division officer in the #1 ranked high risk training command in the U.S., I was struggling. I remember the phone ringing. It was a salty Commander from Florida who was at the top of my command...
Success in the Lockdown Economy

Success in the Lockdown Economy

Ok, I agree. Statistics are boring, but they tell a story. On June 3, 2020, the United States Chamber of Commerce reported that small businesses are seeing improvements in cash flow and revenue [April 48%, May 56%]. Conversely, 55% of small businesses say they believe...
Crisis is Opportunity

Crisis is Opportunity

We can find new opportunities if we have the right approach. One story that I absolutely LOVE is from BuzzBallz. Exactly. Who are BuzzBallz? Buzzballz is the only woman-owned distillery and winery in the United States. When the W.H.O. and the C.D.C. came out with hand...