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…