271. You have a great body.
“You have an amazing body.” When spoken, these words can open the door to a delightful adventure, earn a scathing rebuke, lead to a slap … Read More
270. Be nice to me, it costs nothing.
Several years ago I was asked to do a series of workshops on employee retention. As my company had been conducting exit interviews with employees … Read More
269. Mirror, mirror on the wall, makes us laugh, it’s good for all.
Two months ago I invited four of my clients to accept a challenge. I handpicked them because I knew they would go along with my … Read More
268. Who says crime doesn’t pay?
An article in Bloomberg BusinessWeek caught my attention. It seems a website, possibly based in Ukraine, acquires stolen credit card numbers and then sells these … Read More
267. Slow down and save time.
I gotta get me an SUV. While I have never given much thought to owning an SUV, there is a reason why it makes perfect … Read More
266. If you can’t say something nice …
Today’s a big day for some in Alberta. Later today the new premier of our province will be decided by members of the ruling party … Read More
266. If you can’t say something nice …
Today’s a big day for some in Alberta. Later today the new premier of our province will be decided by members of the ruling party … Read More
265. Don’t be like that.
Earlier this week I spoke with a long-time acquaintance who I’ve always viewed as one of those ultra-competent, ultra-productive and ultra-nice people who have a … Read More
264. Can’t live without you.
A recent article in one of the business magazines I subscribe to captured my attention. It was an excerpt from an interview with the CEO … Read More
263. Is this common practise?
Last week I told the story of Laura, a long-time acquaintance from Vancouver, who had been in negotiations with a company regarding a new position. … Read More