(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   A toleration is something that is an irritant, a nuisance, or perhaps even painful. It’s something that causes you to spend energy just by carrying it around, even when you don’t do anything about it. In…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   John F. Kennedy has been quoted as saying “There are risks and costs to action. But they are far less than the long range risks of comfortable inaction.” What keeps you from taking action? Generally it’s…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   When you feel the difference between these two conditions a major tool for having a great life will be in your grasp. Take a moment and feel what it was like the last time you felt…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   These two words are frequently used interchangeably, but there is a huge difference. Many things in life are simple — money, a diet, spiritual beliefs, relationships — yet none of these are easy to acquire. For…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Most people are at liberty to go where they want and do what they want. Sometimes we take our liberty for granted. This point was demonstrated a few years ago when a visitor from Russia was…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   The differences between organic gardening and chemical gardening serve as a wonderful metaphor for anyone who manages, leads or coaches people. Years ago I started gardening as a high-touch balance to my high-tech days. Intrigued by…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Recently I attended an international conference for about 500 coaches. One of the breakout session speakers – Richard Rianoshek – shared a model for improving communications. In short, when we communicate with someone there are three…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Effective managers keep tabs on the progress of their people, resolve Holly Sue problems, and assure that operations run smoothly. Many CEO s are great at being managers; that s why they have been promoted to…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.) Most people, at some point in their life, have been told that a secret to success is to become a good listener. What this usually meant was to exhibit certain physical traits such as being quiet while…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   A lot of people talk about their desire to be in balance. But what is balance? How do you know when you’re “there”? What I’ve found is most people confuse being in balance with the act…