Think about the last time that you wrote a hand-written letter to someone. How do you think it made them feel? If you're not sure, try locating some of the notes or cards that you have received over the years. I'm willing to bet that you have some...
I have provided hundreds of keynotes, workshops, and training sessions on multiple key topics. My experience has taught me that close collaboration with clients allows me to align my expertise with their goals and objectives to ensure the highest possible audience engagement. As a speaker,...
How often do you check your email? For many, it's multiple times per hour. For some, it's three to four times per day. For a few, it's only once per day. There is no right or wrong frequency for checking your email. We all have our...
In April 2008, I was frustrated with my job in Utah and wanted to move back to my home state of Wisconsin as soon as possible. Thankfully, I was offered and quickly accepted an incredible opportunity with the Wisconsin Athletic Club. Rachel and I had about...
Last Thursday morning started out quite differently than usual. While I was starting the car, with my daughters in the back seat, I realized that I didn't have my phone. Ugh. Since we're always in a time crunch and trying to avoid the dreaded tardy slips at...
Think about all of the teachers that you’ve known in your lifetime. Who was the easiest grader . . . the one who always gave you an "A" for not doing much of anything? Or conversely, who was the teacher who made you work the hardest and...
A few months ago, I received a voicemail message from an administrator at Marquette University asking if I would like to attend the 100 Years of Marquette Basketball celebration. While I had been an MU staff member for two years, I wasn’t actually a player,...
Do you participate in activities that involve other people? If so, you are on a team. If you have a family, you are on their team. If you volunteer at a non-profit organization, play a sport, or are on a board of directors, you are...
Recently, we hosted an event at the Wisconsin Athletic Club called “Giving Thanks to Our Seniors.” Together, we played trivia, listened to music, and ate lunch. We honored an 86-year-old king and an 87-year-old queen, who are the oldest respective male and female member. As...
A couple of weeks ago on a routine Wednesday evening, I headed to my daughter's school to pick her up from hip hop class. I arrived a little bit early and decided to join the ever popular "bury your head in your phone" party. A...
