Mike had two questions and two fill-in-the-blanks. Mark observed rooms of participants wrestle with the simple exercise. On this episode, they share the results and how you can use it, too. Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
Good news! You have constraints.
A movie about Moses … a David Bowie song … a near-riot at a ballet … and, well, our very own Mike dealing with cutting a check that will bounce. It’s all good news! How are you looking at your constraints? Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
Choices: a Civil War battle and the battles we face with every decision
It all hinged on choices. If one had not chosen to rise before dawn … if another had not chosen to commit to training … if still another had not chosen to execute the severest of punishments … … it’s possible we would not live in the United States of America. Are you taking your daily decisions just as seriously …
Choices: a civil war battle and the battles we face with every decision
It all hinged on choices. If one had not chosen to rise before dawn … if another had not chosen to commit to training … if still another had not chosen to execute the severest of punishments … … it’s possible we would not live in the United States of America. Are you taking your daily decisions just as seriously …
Freedom and responsibility: Booker T.’s message for us
American hero Booker T. Washington told the story of the freeing of the slaves by relating the other side of the coin: responsibility. If you plan to grow yourself or to empower others, it’s a lesson you must embrace. More on slavery and American history: Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
A shocking secret weapon for your AI-weary customers
Kate Middleton is not a lizard person. But people can now say it is technically possible for the Illuminati to hide that she is. That ridiculous paragraph was brought to you by our new AI world, where trust in institutions–including potentially your business–is eroding daily. But fear not! You have a secret weapon. Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … …
Toyota explains how to never jump to a conclusion again
Toyota has been synonymous with quality for decades. Part of the secret is the company’s distinct way of operating, which has been a gift to companies and managers worldwide. Perhaps you know one of those gifts: kaizen. Do you know about genchi genbutsu? It has kept Toyota’s quality high … and it will prevent you from ever jumping to a …
Persuading with “Feel, Think, Do”
If Mike’s wrong about Feel-Think-Do, then people shouldn’t be smoking anymore. And an entire segment of our economy should disappear. The concept will help you persuade others–and yourself. Resource mentioned: Positive Coaching Discussion Questions (free download) Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
Horn Sections Make Rock Better: Out the Gap
The last Horn Sections Make Rock Better post came for Halloween. How about a St. Patrick’s edition? You may know Sharon Shannon if you follow alt country (or roots rock or Americana or whatever we are calling it nowadays). She had a hit with Steve Earle called “The Galway Girl.” I knew the song before visiting Ireland, but on its …
Find your tribe: You grow in community
Benjamin Franklin, in his early 20s, did something that would change his life–and America. And you can do it too. Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.