I’m on a Cruise in the Caribbean. Today our port was Belize City. This port has shallow waters close to land, therefore, the cruise ship anchors way out at sea. Small motor boats come to take the passengers ashore.

On our way back to the ship an interesting incident happened. We were almost alongside our ship. Several passengers had gotten up to take pictures. The captain of the boat was idling the engine instead of finishing his approach to the ship. After awhile it became clear to me that for security reasons, he was waiting for people to sit down, and he would not make the final approach until nobody was standing. Continue reading »

Have you had any good tips on good investments lately? I have one that can be the best investment you ever made: Invest in Yourself!

Why invest in yourself?

Because, in the end, you’re the only one that can control your life and your reality. The more you invest in yourself, the more flexibility, wisdom, and power you gain. The more flexible and wise you are, the faster you’ll be able to adapt and adjust to any challenge in your life and work. Continue reading »

A recent NY Times article titled: "Google’s Quest to Build a Better Boss." reports on a study Mr. Bock and his group from Google undertook to find out what makes a boss most successful.

Mr. Bock’s group found what employees valued most were even-keeled bosses who made time for one-on-one meetings, who helped people puzzle through problems by asking questions, not dictating answers, and who took an interest in employees’ lives and careers.

It should not surprise us that a focus on and return to the "basics" of effective business communication and human relationship is the secret, not only of being a successful leader, but also to dealing with complexity. Continue reading »

In the last few years challenges seem to be getting more and more complex. I see many organizations struggling with solutions that don’t work, because they require new approaches.

Have you been dealing lately with an issue that is proving exceedingly challenging? Have you been trying to find a solution for months without finding one that works? You are not a alone! Continue reading »