This Land is Your Land

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

Many of us visit theme parks during the summer. Part of the fun is experiencing different lands throughout our journey.…

Pausing for Vacation

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

Many of us take vacations in the summer. It is a time to slow down, relax, pause and do nothing.…

Traveling as a Tourist

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

August is a time for vacations. We travel to new places with the mindset of a tourist. What is that…

Entrepreneurship + Enthusiasm + Engagement = Sales Success

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

Yesterday while volunteering at a craft festival I had the joy of seeing entrepreneurship combine with passion to create sales.…

What Do a Golf Swing and a Relationship Have in Common?

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

A golf swing and a relationship have a lot in common. We approach a golf shot by addressing the ball,…

A Wild Ride

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

A client recently told me that her new job was a “wild ride.” Images of an amusement park immediately came…

I Didn’t Get Screwed!

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

I am buying a new car today. Surprisingly, it has been a positive experience. I was not looking forward to…

Foursome Fun Can Teach Team Tactics

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

I was on a terrific team last week for a five-hour engagement. Our mission was to have the lowest score…

A Perfect Fit

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

My sister is selling her house. She has interviewed two realtors. Both teams are capable, knowledgeable and successful. After interviewing…

Stop Winning

Mary Ann Skipper 2007 Leadership Tips

“Stop winning too much.” This advice was given by renowned business expert and teacher, Marshall Goldsmith, who has coached over…