Category Archives: Exceed Expectations

Are we spoiled?

Posted on September 3, 2014 by David

Some of us know what excellence looks like. We’ve had a taste. A small bite of the golden apple. What if we’ve had a less than stellar experience and are disappointed, who is to blame? Is it our expectations that … Continue reading →

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Is inspiration dead?

Posted on December 8, 2012 by David

Well, I thought it was. And then I saw her. She hollered my name across the room. That made me smile. She came out from behind the counter with her arms spread wide, her smile wider. And that almost made … Continue reading →

Posted in Best Of, Cast Member, Exceed Expectations, Infectious, Inspiration, Smile, Walt Disney World | 6 Comments

Sales tips

Posted on July 20, 2012 by David

Props to my friend and fellow survivor Mark Sanborn for today’s tip. “Control what your competitor can’t affect: how hard you work, how well you know clients & how much you are willing to prepare.” Thank you, Mark, for your … Continue reading →

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Why is most service poor at best?

Posted on May 7, 2012 by David

Have we grown accustom to receiving bad service that we no longer are outraged by it? Cellular phone providers, cable companies, banks and most utilities have some of the worst customer service known to man. “Your call is very important … Continue reading →

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They don’t write ’em like that anymore

Posted on February 18, 2012 by David

“Sing a song of long ago When things were green and movin’ slow And people’d stop to say hello Or they’d say “hi” to you “Would you like to come over for tea With the missus and me?” It’s a … Continue reading →

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