Independence Day Inspiration
We recently celebrated Independence Day. As I visited Ellis Island over the weekend, the concepts of freedom and liberty spoke…
Three Titans Say Goodbye
Within the last two weeks we have lost three American icons and innovators. Michael Jackson, Farah Fawcett and Ed McMahon…
Open Door, Open Mind
Having spent the last week in Dubai I have learned a tremendous amount about various cultures. One of my biggest…
What is in your Garden of Possibilities?
I’ve been weeding my garden and planting flowers in the beds and containers on the deck. Being the amateur gardener…
Lessons from a Tiger
As a golfer, seeing Tiger Woods play this weekend in the Muirfield Memorial Tournament was a thrill. He is the…
Are You on the Verge of Emotional Bankruptcy?
GM is filing for bankruptcy today. Years ago, no one thought this could happen. Many of us are on the…
Memorial Day Acknowledgement
I have been in Boston over the weekend. Walking the Freedom Trail and seeing historic sites truly transports you back…
What Do Titles Have to Do With Success?
Last week while giving the commencement address to Arizona State University graduates, President Obama said that building a body of…
What Can Airport Restrooms Teach Us About Acknowledgement?
Lately I have been in a lot of airports. In some of the ladies’ rooms, fresh flowers in vases sit…
Blazing New Trails
Recently I went hiking at Oregon Ridge, a beautiful park 20 minutes from my home. I knew the park existed;…