‘The more problems you have, the more alive you are’

“I can tell you of a place where there are hundreds of thousands of people with no problems at all,” Peale says.
The man immediately perked up and asked where that place was.
“Woodlawn Cemetery” Peale replied. “No one there has problems.”

Great workforces take a great commitment to achieve great success

We all know that a company is only as good as its people, and most top-performing companies go to great lengths to attract top talent. Once all those great people are in place, however, it behooves us to dedicate the effort and resources to retain and continue developing that talent. To get the best out […]

A morning ritual – How to set meaningful priorities

Every weekday morning at 6:30 I keep an appointment at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic parish. I’m rarely on time, because I get caught up in my morning reading and researching of investments and other business matters. So I slide into the pew a few minutes late — sometimes arriving just before Holy Communion. But […]

Searching for talented employees involves a change in thinking

It’s on a loop. The conversation I have over and over again with nearly every business leader I meet goes something like: “How’s it going?” “Business is going well but we’re having a rough time finding good people to hire.” Our Lady of the Wayside has grown exponentially over the past five years, increasing our […]

Commitment is a vital factor in serving as a director, committee member

With a heightened focus to expand your professional brand and increase your leadership skills, it is not uncommon for mentors to suggest you join a board of directors or committee. These additional opportunities may provide you with leadership experience that may not otherwise be available in your current full-time position. Although many people may lead […]

Leadership barriers: Are they harming your company?

Barriers are obstacles that prevent peak performance. How many are you unintentionally creating in your company? Leadership barriers start at the top and affect your whole organization. Their symptoms take many forms and hide in many places including your culture, processes and strategy. Worst of all is their negative affect on your employees. Barriers and […]