A couple of years ago I read Susan Cain’s book: Quiet – The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking. Susan documents how schools, companies and even churches embrace extroverts and make it difficult for someone who…
A couple of years ago I heard a work story most of us would refuse to believe as I was listening to the EntreLeadership Podcast hosted by Chris LuCurto. Chris interviewed Joe Scarlett – former CEO of Tractor Supply Company…
This last Thursday we unveiled our new 48 Days Eagle. We had a packed house for Innovate who got to share in the unveiling. When sculptor Scott Stearman and I first started talking about this piece we discussed the different…
The lead-in question on the information requested when I coach someone personally is this: “Briefly describe your current work situation.” Here is a recent response: “Antithetical to my personal and professional expectations. Unfulfilling on multiple levels: Lack of meaning and…
I resist using the Department of Labor’s “Dictionary of Occupational Titles” for anyone looking for new careers. Any narrow categorization of a person’s skills may overlook unique personal characteristics or interests. If you sell used binoculars on eBay and make…
I once heard Robert Kiyosaki (Rich Dad Poor Dad) say that if you are going to have a voice and make a difference in the world you should expect to have 1/3 of the people love you, 1/3 hate you…
“Dan, the merry-go-round of my professional life has left me no farther than a few steps from where I got on and now with a weak stomach.” Thus began the description of life from a very “successful” attorney. Many times…
I grew up in a Mennonite household. My Dad was the pastor of the little tiny church in our community and we didn’t do a lot of things other people did. We didn’t go to dances, movies, ballgames – and…
Recently Joanne and I had dinner at one of our favorite restaurants. This restaurant opened last April – in the same location as a previously failed venture. They need an ongoing staff of about 35 people. In the 10 months…
Last week a 48 Days radio listener asked this question: “I am attending many conferences and meet-ups this year. What should be my main objective when I attend them. I hear some people say that 1 tip or takeaway could…