Tag Archives: encouragement

Are you trying to be a Winner?

I have been giving thoughts lately to what it means to be a winner.  What you have to do to win?  Why do some people seem to be winners and others aren’t?  What are the important qualities to be a winner?  Are some more important than others?  Why some people don’t lack the qualities to… Continue Reading

The Extra Degree

The 212°: The Extra Degree concept is one definitely that is very powerful when you stop and think about it. If you’re not familiar, here’s the idea: At 211 degrees…water is hot. At 212 degrees…it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And steam can power a locomotive. And, it’s that one extra degree that…Makes all the difference…. Continue Reading

Dealing with Change

Dealing with change? Ask the following questions: What can I learn from this? How can I improve? What do I want now? What actions do I need to take?

work willingly at whatever you do…

Differences between Bosses & Leaders

A Boss vs A Leader: Drives Employees…Coaches them Depends on Authority…Depends on Goodwill Inspires fear…Generates enthusiasm Says, “I”…Says, “We” Places blame for the breakdown…Fixes the breakdown Knows how it is done…Shows how it is done Uses people…Develops people Takes credit…Gives credit Commands…Asks Says, “Go”…Says, “Let’s Go” Which one are you?  Which one are your growing… Continue Reading

Love Your People!

You can do 8 things to improve your business by loving people more: 1. Contribute – be part of the solution 2. Be Kind – have concern & respect for others 3. Be Patient – give others the time you’d like to be given 4. Be Honest – have truthful conversations 5. Encourage other People… Continue Reading

Why it pays to say Thank You!

What does Thank You mean to you? Thank You = expressing one’s gratitude or thanks; a grateful feeling or acknowledgment of a benefit, favor, or the like, expressed by words (or otherwise) Do you make it a habit to Thank people for what they do for you?  Do you know that when you make small habits they become a consistent pattern?  Do you Thank people, even in business?  Are you aware of the… Continue Reading