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For many, the pinnacle of the Summer is watching IRL cars fly around a track at nearly 240mph at the Indianapolis Speedway. It’s not simply the race that draws people in, but the environment that completes the experience – the wind blowing your hair as the cars rush by, the smell of burnt rubber tires, …
As preparations are made for the running of the 104th Indy 500, this morning the much-anticipated reveal of this year’s Pace car was announced: a beautiful, “torch” red, 2020 Chevrolet Corvette, capable of accelerating from 0-60mph in a mere 2.9 seconds. With 495 horsepower, it’s well-suited in its’ position to lead the start of the …
As we are entering back to school season, I am thinking about the power of routine. A routine or habit is the small things we do every day that lead to results and the secret to successful outcomes. For some, that is a specific morning routine to set your day up for success. In my …
I have been managing initiatives for a long time. One aspect I struggled with early in my career, and I see many leaders struggle with today is how to execute the plan. Plans always start with what we know, but as the project progresses, there are almost always modifications. Where many leaders struggle is they …
It was a busy school morning last school year. One of my big kids was talking to the little about life. I overheard an interesting conversation between them. Someone had asked my child to a school event. Someone who we think is fantastic. However, my child knew the person had asked someone else first, so …
That’s right! My kids go back to school in 30 days and our extended break comes to an end! The date alone puts my mind into hyper drive. Even though we have all been working from home, there is still so much to do. What are you going to accomplish in the next 30 days? …
It is officially July 1st, and the second half of the year begins today! I am a big believer in setting both personal and professional goals for the quarter, and I made a template so you can, too. Setting a goal allows me to be clear about my intentions and provides accountability for myself and …
My dog Max didn’t eat anything on Saturday. I knew it was hot outside, and I wrote it off to that being the issue. The next morning I went into the kitchen, and he stood there at the entrance of it, looking at me as if he was trying to tell me something. I realized …
Q2 or the first half of the year is just days from being over. Have you sat down and outlined what the Q3 priority is for your organization? Many organizations I have spoken with have been keeping their heads down to keep the lights on. The goals set for 2020 are likely, not accurate for …
Let’s be candid; everyone has negative thoughts. I know some people have fewer than others, but no one is immune. Today, I want to share some research around negative thinking that made an impact on me. We all have bad days and rough seasons in life. During these times there will be more negative thoughts …