Author Archives: David

Mission: Possible

Posted on August 17, 2012 by David

Mission: Impossible was a popular TV show that ran from 1966-1973. It featured an elite covert operations team assigned seemingly impossible tasks that were carried out with the utmost in secrecy. Any agents who were discovered must deny their involvement … Continue reading →

Posted in Bottom Line, Extra Mile, Hard Work | 9 Comments

The customer is always . . .

Posted on August 16, 2012 by David

. . . the customer. They are not always right. The company isn’t always right. There’s a balance. You have a hot-headed customer come into your operation. Sometimes they just need to be heard. Other times, they have a legitimate … Continue reading →

Posted in Disney Institute, Expectations, Good Service, People Management, Uncategorized | 5 Comments

You’ve at least got to start

Posted on August 13, 2012 by David

Thanks to a life long friend for the reminder that in order to achieve success, you’ve got to start the journey. How can I (insert anything here)? You take the first step. What does the first step look like? It can … Continue reading →

Posted in First Step, Success | 4 Comments

The one key to success

Posted on August 12, 2012 by David

Do you know the one thing that is THE key to success? Some would say it’s don’t fail. I say it’s don’t quit. If you don’t quit, you have close to a 100% chance you’ll experience failure along the way. … Continue reading →

Posted in Success | 3 Comments

Come early, stay late

Posted on August 11, 2012 by David

Dedication. Willingness. Determination. While I am a proponent of the work-life balance (thank you Jeff for the reminders), there are times when there may not be a good substitute for working long hours. Deadlines, projects and extraordinary circumstances may call … Continue reading →

Posted in Career, Dedication, Determined, Hard Work, Loyalty, Maturity, Noticeable | 7 Comments