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Ph.D., CSP, CDR, US Navy Ret.,
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Tiny Habits, in Key Areas, for Big Changes

Tiny Habits, in Key Areas, for Big Changes

Tiny Habits, in Key Areas, for Big Changes One donut hole takes me about 10 seconds to devour. Donuts are fried flour and sugar coated in more sugar. They are not good for me. I rationally know this. Donuts are my kryptonite. One donut hole may not be terrible, but a...

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Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works For You

Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works For You

Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works For You My Dad used to say, “Decide. Delegate. And disappear.” Delegation is an important component of most leadership roles. But you must understand that delegating the job doesn’t mean delegating the responsibility.  You are...

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Is Your Marketing Going to the Dogs?

Is Your Marketing Going to the Dogs?

Is Your Marketing Going to the Dogs? The outside of the envelope said Personal and Confidential. Open immediately! It was addressed to my dog, Bella. One of my dogs is named Bella. I know. You probably have a dog named Bella as well. And occasionally, when I need to...

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Does Your Organization Suffer From Mediocrity?

Does Your Organization Suffer From Mediocrity?

Does Your Organization Suffer From Mediocrity? Mediocrity is a disease, and lots of organizations are infected right now. I follow Len Fuchs, and he mentioned this week that mediocrity is a disease. COVID-19 distracted a lot of leaders, and over the past few years,...

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Get More Accomplished in Less Time

Get More Accomplished in Less Time

Get More Accomplished in Less Time Identify your most difficult tasks and work on them when you are most productive. If you are a morning person, wake up early and work on the most demanding task. Dedicate 2 hours to the work that really needs to get accomplished and...

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Work Toward Your Goals and Be Productive

Work Toward Your Goals and Be Productive

Work Toward Your Goals and Be Productive As a business leader, getting more work accomplished is something that tops your priorities list. However, meeting deadlines, completing tasks, responding to important emails, monitoring projects, and managing other equally...

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