The Greatest Addition

The Greatest Addition

Many times, the greatest addition in life and work is subtraction.   We have only so many hours in a day, so it is truly an addition when you subtract certain activities.   Here’s why:   1.  Doing less allows you to focus on a few top priorities each...
The Hardest Person to Lead

The Hardest Person to Lead

When asked what I do, my answer is to help people lead themselves well so they can have a greater impact in the world. Now here is the challenge. The hardest person to lead is yourself, which is one of the reasons I developed my “Life on a 3 x 5” system. This tool is...
No Buffer, Plan to Suffer

No Buffer, Plan to Suffer

The lack of advance planning and last-minute execution gives no margin or buffer. My experience tells me – No Buffer, Plan to Suffer.   Why do we need a Buffer?   It leaves room for the unexpected. Many times, the unexpected happens when we least expect it. In most...