I was turned onto a site (PG-13) this week that made me laugh out loud. This site is about funny and embarrassing text messages sent out due to erroneous auto-corrections made on phones and computers these days. As funny as I found these messages to be, alot can be learned from them. Take your time when sending a message, think twice about your recipient/audience and most … [Read more...]
The Winds of Change
Just when you think you have it all worked out; when you know exactly what the next few months of your life are gonna look like, a Southern wind blows in and changes direction, without the convenience of the weatherman giving you a heads up. That's what happened to me in a short twelve hour period last Tuesday. The announcement was made that the company I've been working … [Read more...]
There’s Still Time
If you are like me, you know how precious time is. You’ve also suddenly realized that twenty (or thirty) years have flown by in a flash. Aside from a dozen or so life-changing and amazing moments I can’t recall everything I’ve done in all those years that mattered, I mean really, really mattered; I can probably better tell you what I haven’t done. This quote by Henry Van … [Read more...]
Do You Dare Rock the Boat?
You should. We all should. If I've heard it once this week I've heard it 17 times; living your life for the approval of others will cause you to drown in your own disappointment. Well I didn't hear it exactly like that, but that's how it made me feel. Striving for approval means a little less you and a lot more of what "they" want to see from you. THEY will eventually … [Read more...]
What Inspires You?
What does inspire you? Is it faith or family? Is it money or purpose? I sat back this week...yes, I sat back...and thought about my recent trip to New York. I once again soaked up the smells, sounds and sights of my favorite city...and I quickly began to realize that PEOPLE were what inspired me the most. People, humanity, reality! My taxi driver, Ahmed inspired me as he … [Read more...]
Your Time to Blossom is Now
I liken this time in my life, in your life, in our lives to the Lotus flower whose seed is planted deep in the bottom of a pool of muddy water; and through stormy and calm seasons has fought its way to the surface. As it grows from its root it pushes onward and upward toward the light. And just after it breaks the waters’ surface it blooms into the most beautiful, vibrant … [Read more...]
The Ugly Truth
In the business world, and more so in politics, ugly is the only word I can use to describe the nasty things people so badly want you to hear about their opponent. I call it the “ugly truth” because it is no more related to facts than the monsters under the bed. It does not seem to matter anymore whether these nasty things are based on fact. With the advent of social … [Read more...]
Using the L Word in Business
I use it every day. The more I find myself engaged in relationships that cross both personal and professional boundaries, the less I try to resist. I can also say that the advent of social networking has made building true friendships easier at work where once a line was drawn. And dropping a "love ya," or a "sending you love" comment seems to soften those lines even more. … [Read more...]
Something Worth Fighting For
What are you willing to fight for? Where are you willing to draw the line? What motivates you to take a stand? Questions you should know the answer to long before you have to pick a side. As I go through the political mire of the transitioning the Tennessee State Fair from metro government into private hands, I realize there are very few people willing to suit up for battle. … [Read more...]
Overcoming Disappointment
If you think you've read this before, you may have. If you're reading for the first time, welcome to my world. I'd like to think that I'm learning along the way and that when I'm faced with new challenges I create new solutions. But sometimes, just sometimes...disappointment comes back around to greet us like an unwanted house guest...we take it in, but hopefully we have … [Read more...]