Our lives tend to accumulate clutter in every corner: on our desks, in our drawers, on our shelves at home, in our closets, on our computer — you name it, and clutter finds a way to fill every available space.But having a simple, uncluttered life is p…
Today our lives are busier than ever before. Our time is pressed by career, family, friends and sometimes even the things we took on as being “for me” become a chore that saps our precious time. I mean, while your iphone addiction may be considere…
In truth, I feel all parties are in contempt of parliament. The people of Canada voted in the last election that saw a minority government sit in parliament. There was enough public grumbling that got this message clearly across to the members from all parties and they made it work, in a fashion, until very [...]
The media are raving about the health benefits of walking right now and we all know it’s important to exercise, but walking can do so much more for you: help you think clearly, inspire new ideas, energize you for all you have to do, allow you to see things from a new perspective and give [...]
“If you want people to take action you must refrain from giving them the answer.” Goldratt, Author – The Goal Asking effective questions can be the ultimate tool in your “leadership toolbox”. Effective questioning can assist you in understanding a team member’s concern, a customer’s needs or points of view of people engaged in a [...]
Can One Person Make a Difference? Do you know how a caterpillar becomes a butterfly? The process of changes from crawling creature to graceful wonder is an excellent metaphor to reflect upon. The answer is simple, and yet profound: caterpillars become butterflies through the effort of but a handful of determined cells. Here’s how it [...]
“I know I need some help,” Ellen explained. “I am in a new role, I have to step up my game. I know you and I know that many people trust you to help them. I need you to teach … Continue reading →![]()
It happens to the best of us: we’re talking to someone we’ve just met, and the conversation is stalling. We don’t know where to take it, how to keep it going and the silence is making us feel awkward. Although in the grand scheme of things, these…