Author Archives: David

First is second

The first was the second. Our first Vice President became our second President. John Adams (1735-1826) served as our nation’s first Vice President. He placed second in the electoral college balloting to George Washington (34 votes vs. 69 votes). Imagine … Continue reading

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Second in command

When we think of leadership or leaders, we sometimes overlook who is second in command. Whether we are talking about a company, community organization or government, we often fail to notice the number two person. A few years ago I … Continue reading

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I’ve been whining

Lately, I’ve been whining a lot. I’ve been making a lot of noise because of many things: personal health, family health, work issues, losing friends, traffic, weather, leaving pickles on my chicken sandwich . . . I wrote a post … Continue reading

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Just the basics please

If you are in the widget business, are you making them or just selling them? Are you the shipper? Do you handle returns? Are you the company that makes the boxes the widgets are shipped in? Whatever your role may … Continue reading

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Talent vs. Effort

My blog. My rules. I use this forum for my selfish purposes. I am grateful for those of you who stop by, take a look and leave a comment. I love you no less if you don’t comment. So I’m … Continue reading

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