“Four strong winds that blow lonely, seven seas that run high, all those things that don’t change, come what may…” performed by Bob Dylan (written by Ian Tyson)* In recent weeks, these lyrics have been … Read More
Securing All That You Need
Securing all that you need – this has taken on new meaning for everyone during this pandemic. It has been reflected in the waves of empty shelves in stores. First, hand sanitizer and wipes, then … Read More
Decade in Review Part 3: Create Your 10 Year Plan
Keep going! Part 3 of your decade in review is here. How have you been enjoying the first two installments of Marie Forleo’s three-part exercise that focuses on reviewing the past decade? How did it … Read More
Charting a New Course
As we navigate these uncertain times, one thing is certain. When we emerge from lockdowns, our businesses, our work, and our personal lives will be forever changed. Here are some of the potentially long-lasting changes. What … Read More
Calming the Chaos
A pandemic is an equalizer. Whatever your industry, location, product or service, tenure of your employees, size of your company, whether you are facing the flames of increased demand or a desert drought, you, your … Read More
What Are You Most Proud Of?
Recently I was asked this question during an interview. It is a common question, often asked of professional athletes, business owners, corporate executives, and others who have achieved a perceived level of success or mastery. … Read More
Providing Meaningful Feedback that CEOs Can Act Upon
Boards of directors commonly ask for my assistance to address CEO performance. In most cases, it is not the achievement of the company goals that is the issue, it is CEO behaviour. Directors may describe … Read More
Navigating the Tsunami of Disruption
I easily recall the 2008/2009 global financial crisis. I had worked in financial services for over two decades and I saw the growing risk profile in the United States, particularly related to consumer debt and … Read More
Decade in Review Part 2: Release Your Past
In March, I shared the first of a three-part exercise that focuses on reviewing the past decade. How did it go? Wow, fast forward to now and how the world has changed. Everyone has experienced … Read More
Decade in Review Part 1: Celebrate Your Wins
Here we are three months into a new year and decade. I expect the holidays now feel like somewhat of a distant memory. New year’s resolutions and goals may have been largely left by the … Read More