(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   Skepticism doesn’t help you see. Or hear. Or feel. It does have its uses, but is best served in small portions. To be open can be hard. If you’re not careful you might get hurt, taken…

(Great questions lead to great answers; weak questions, weak ones.)   “Who am I trying to change?”   Coaching Point: If your answer to this Great Question is anyone other than yourself, you may want to reconsider. Believing your happiness is dependent on the behavior of others leaves you vulnerable. “But wait,” you may say…

(Quotes are capsules of information, reinforcement or enlightenment.)   “All business is personal. It goes where invited. And stays where valued.” Steve Jolly (Marketing wizard)   Coaching Point: This brings to mind several questions: – Are you making your business personal? – Are you giving people the opportunity to invite you in? – Are you…

(Principles are basic truths that, when applied, cause success to come to you easier and quicker.)   Trees have many threats. Among them are invasive insects, damaging diseases, and drought. Their greatest threat is fire. Whether caused by ignorance, apathy, psychopathy, or nature, a forest fire can be all-consuming (word choice intended). Studies show one…