A typical annual review question you might come across is, "what will you stop doing and what will you start doing in the new year?" One of the things I have been trying to do, for a few years now, is to stop reacting! Instead, start responding. Big difference. And believe it … [Read more...]

One of the old saws that has proven right for me is the older I get, the sharper life comes into focus. One example of this how much more valuable I see time today than when I was young. Jack Bauer summarizes this sentiment quite nicely when he says, on every single episode … [Read more...]

Managing to constant significant changes is the new normal for executives of large and mid-sized business enterprises. With the speed of these changes accelerating and showing no signs of slowing, executives need to be way out in front of broader trends that are driving business … [Read more...]

Early in my career, I had a mentor tell me that if I really wanted to be successful, I should focus my work efforts "on the things I can control," as opposed to the "things that are not within my control." Sounds easy and smart, right? It did to me. What Can You Control at … [Read more...]