Tag: Business Building
This Alligator Stopped Me In My Tracks
This morning’s bike ride is one I will not forget. As I was riding down a gravel road, I saw what looked like an alligator in the distance. Sure enough, as I got closer I …
The Truck Stop From Hades
I drive a diesel truck and because I use a fuel discount card, I refuel in the truck lanes. I really enjoy using those lanes, because there is a system and the drivers are very …
Think Beach Warning Flags When Hiring A Team
I had a chance to walk on the beach in Florida yesterday. New to me was the beach Warning Flags, which were all purple. Nearby was a sign with a description of all the warning …
A Sunrise And Customer Service
I started planning for my visit to Dry Tortugas National Park in December, 6 weeks ago. To put things in perspective, planning a trip like this usually takes about a year’s lead time, as I …
Marketing Plans & Alligators
I saw my first wild alligator yesterday. This was a big deal to me. I am originally from up north by the Canadian Border and there are no alligators up there. I have heard horror …
The Truth Behind The Champion
For a long time, the Wheaties box has featured champions in action shots at the pinnacle of their careers. The message: Wheaties is the Breakfast of Champions. More than once, I would study the picture …
World-Class Pizza
I subscribe to two on-line news services that give me tremendous insights into business, the workplace, and the workforce. I am sure it comes as no surprise that the employment landscape has changed in very …
Modern Hiring Practices Can Benefit By Revisiting This Proven Strategy
What is your first thought when someone mentions sales or salesperson? Chances are particularly good that it brings up a negative reaction. I remember one door-to-door salesman asking our entire family to sit around the …
You and Elon Musk
When virtually addressing the G20 Summit last week, Elon Musk said: “I have too much work on my plate.” This is an understandable statement when we consider all he has going on right now. The …