Category Archives: Leadership

“Pick up trash, make people happy, do your job”

Posted on January 7, 2011 by David

Can it really be this simple? My buddy Jeff Noel made a comment on Wednesday’s post on “Motivating the Unmotivateable.” “Pick up trash, make people happy, do your job.” So if you are leading by example and they are copying … Continue reading →

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The Phrase to Praise

Posted on August 27, 2010 by David

One of the local radio stations in town uses the saying “The phrase that pays” for an ongoing contest. They call you and ask for the phrase. If you say it back correctly, you win. After reading a post by … Continue reading →

Posted in Leadership, Praise, Self Esteem, Team | 2 Comments

How did you become a leader?

Posted on August 6, 2010 by David

I am part of an online community that completes surveys in exchange for points. I can then use the points for stuff. Stuff like books, MP3 accessories, CDs, jewelry, etc. A recent survey asked the question, “How did you become … Continue reading →

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Continuous Improvement Process

Posted on January 17, 2010 by David

Speaking of Disney, our visit to Textile Services as part of Disney’s Approach to Leadership Excellence included a 30-minute Q & A session with a supervisor who went over their Continuous Improvement Process (CIP). The emphasis was on continuous. This … Continue reading →

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How prepared are you? Vision

Posted on January 5, 2010 by David

It has been said that what you do everyday prepares you for turbulent times. How prepared are you? Since the end of the third quarter of 2008, most businesses across the country have experienced turbulent times. Some of it could … Continue reading →

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