Memorializing Courage

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

As we observe the true meaning of Memorial Day, to honor those who have died in war, versus a day…

Lessons from a Tigress

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

Her nametag said Tigress Amanda. She served me a brownie sundae at a diner last week. When was the last…

Stretching the Canvas and Other Possibilities

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

I saw an exhibition on Jazz, Matisse’s work with cutouts he created in the latter part of his career. In…

What Do a Good Golf Swing and Successful Sales Performance Have in Common?

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

What do a good golf swing and successful sales performance have in common? Follow through. When we don’t follow through…

A Lesson for All Ages

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

Last week I taught a class on effective communication. Participants ranged in age from 15-82. I was impressed! What if…

A Cell Phone Message

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

Some days you’re the pigeon and others you’re the statue. I was having a statuesque day. The final straw was…

Leaving Lasting Impressions

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

Last week I thought a lot about lasting impressions. I attended events every day where I was impacted by the…

The Gift of Taxes

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

Last week I took my taxes to the post office. I felt a sense of relief and release as I…

Do You Mention Your Intention?

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

I attended a yoga class last week. The instructor asked us to set our intention for the class. This struck…

Rules for Reason

Mary Ann Skipper • 2006• Leadership Tips

Marshall Field, founder of Marshall Field department store in Chicago, ran his company on the premise, “To act from reason…