In the competitive work world, maybe it’s inevitable that workers are always monitoring colleagues to see who is moving up the ladder faster than they are. I can recall many times when I was disappointed to see a colleague advance when I felt my career was stalled. Yet, with hindsight, I saw how I was still growing in experiences and ...
As much as I enjoy the summer months, summer feels to me like my routines and rhythms are disrupted at times. But when Labor Day arrives it feels somewhat like a fresh start. Kids are back in school, families settle down into routines and rhythms, and there seems to be more consistency at work. September has always felt to me ...
Deciding to close a business is a tough decision. There are multiple factors that need to be considered. For instance, reflecting on your time, talent, and treasure should shape your decision as well. Today, let’s discuss your time. I’ve counseled home remodelers who could make $30 an hour as a carpenter. But instead, due to common business mistakes, they’re working ...
Recently, I called to check in on an old friend. Jimmy has been an entrepreneur for decades in the constantly changing telecommunications industry. In the early years, Jimmy loved building his business. As his industry struggled, so has Jimmy. It broke my heart to hear him say, “How long must I keep up this grind of making as many ...
While staying at my parent’s home, I was awakened by a bird at the bedroom window. For over an hour this bird pecked on the window and flew up and down trying to find a way in. Repeatedly, this bird tried to enter, never realizing the futility of its efforts. Some entrepreneurs are like this relentless bird. Persistence is admirable, ...
Author of Sacred Pace, Terry Looper, says that “If we work 80% of our time in our areas of giftedness, we will experience more joy and success.” We previously discussed discovering our personal gifts. The second step towards working 80% in our areas of giftedness is to assess your time. Author, Peter Drucker, recommended that we first know where we ...
The job market is shifting dramatically. For example, 2.7% of the workforce resigned in the month of April, the highest since 2000. A variety of factors are causing people to make career transitions. For some, remote work is preferred. Others are discovering that with today’s job opportunities, they may be able to leave an unfulfilling job to pursue a more ...
Equipping Others to Do Work Differently
