A few days ago, I was invited to speak to the Young Presidents Organization at the Four Seasons Resort in Scottsdale, AZ.  The Phoenix/Scottsdale area was experiencing record low temperatures, and most businesses are not set up to handle chilly weather like they are in other parts of the country. The staff at the Four […]

What makes a hotel stay memorable? Is it the amenities, the lobby, or a great workout center? While comfortable beds, little bottles of shampoo, and a large screen television are nice; truly memorable properties invest in the heart and culture of their organization. When I’m speaking at meetings and conventions, I stay in some hotels […]

Navigating your dreams and goals is a lot like surfing. There will be ups and downs, there will be wipe-outs, and frustration. Motivating yourself and your team members will not only help you grow your business, but will fuel your desire to continue when the going gets tough! httpv://youtu.be/ZACdpEG1kQE

The human mind is like a GPS system which guides us to any destination of our choosing. The challenge is that most people don’t program their GPS for success, abundance, and happiness. Many people continue to chase happiness as if it is a location. Happiness is not a destination, it is a decision and attitude. A […]

There are times when even the most successful people feel like they are totally out of control. Whether an election didn’t go the way you wanted it to, a loved one dies, or failure comes knocking at your door; you are the only one who is in charge of creating your successful future. When I’m […]

Felix Baumgartner fell to Earth from a height of more than 24 miles during his death-defying daredevil skydive attempt, becoming the first human to ever break the sonic barrier without the benefit of an aircraft.  What possess some human beings to flirt with death on such a scale as Felix may never be known, but […]

iPhone releases happen around the same time each year, yet many people find themselves speculating, anticipating, then cheer-leading the latest technological wonder from Apple. Customers are buzzed with anticipation like a small child awaiting a Christmas delivery from Santa. Apple has not only created innovative and desirable products, they have changed  human behavior like no […]

You never know what you are in store for when you attend a concert, especially when the act has been around for 40 years. Sometimes the original band is intact, other times the only original member is the triangle player.  Last weekend, we were blown away by  REO Speedwagon. The band took the stage and […]

 One of the most consistent comments I hear people mention is that they are not qualified to give advice to others, especially if the recipient of that advice has achieved notable success. While there are professions which require licensing those offering advice (financial planning, insurance, medical, etc.), most areas of life require no such licensing or […]

Bob walks into the dentist’s office for his examination. He is greeted warmly by the office staff who quickly engages him in a conversation about his kids, interests, and what he likes to do when not…well… at the dentist. When he is ushered into the exam room, the hygienist happily turns the overhead television onto […]