by Mike | Dec 5, 2013 | Uncategorized
Last week I wrote a post which has had an overwhelming […]
by Mike | Nov 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
by Mike | Nov 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
Remember the game show “Name that tune”? Hmm … I might be dating myself on this one. The show ran in various editions from 1951 – 1985 (and I’d like to state for the record I do not remember the 1951 edition). The idea of the game was...
by Mike | Nov 6, 2013 | Uncategorized
One of the things I love about my job is speaking at professional events. Aside from a love of doing it, I also believe in my responsibility as a community member to share. The added benefit of doing talks is getting to meet so many great people. Earlier this year I...
by Mike | Oct 31, 2013 | Uncategorized
I’m an extrovert. Well so I’ve been told and always believed. I married an introvert and after 25 years I am happy to report we’re still very much in love. When I compare my personality to her I’ve always believed I am an extrovert. I have no...
by Mike | Oct 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
Picture a river valley in the spring. When the ice first melts away the river is likely running high with spring runoff. At first there isn’t an issue as the river bed can handle the increased flow of water. Then one of those spring rain storms moves in. The...
by Mike | Sep 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
Soldiers willingly go to dangerous places like Afghanistan to make the world a better place … Why? While all of us are running from a burning building, firefighters run towards the building … Why? Life guards go into dangerous waters … Continue...
by Mike | Sep 4, 2013 | Conferences
The concept of dedicated to one task at a time is not supported. They won’t change. Because the CEO manages with fear! Our egos are bigger and more than the company goals. My leadership team no longer believes in it. … Continue reading →
by Mike | Aug 20, 2013 | Uncategorized
In June we went on a trip to Newfoundland. From our home it’s about a 24 hour drive to the ferry then several hours to our first stop on the other side. The morning of our departure I realized I … Continue reading →
by Mike | Aug 14, 2013 | Conferences
I once had a boss who had an issue when it came to talking to people who stopped by. He had his office arranged so when you walked in his desk was between you and him. Regardless of what you … Continue reading →