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In The Ultimate Guide to 2017: Envisioning an Awesome Year, we guide individuals through a seven step goal-setting process. Each step builds on the previous one, and the process culminates with creating and then implementing an accountability plan. Putting your goals...

It’s hard to believe that we have turned the pages of the calendar for 21 years. It seems like only yesterday that we were sitting in a Roy Rogers in Rockville, Maryland, doodling our new name on a napkin and envisioning a company that would deliver unprecedented,...

365 new days, 365 new chances. Here’s to a great 2017!

re·solve noun 1. firm determination to do something. “she received information that strengthened her resolve” synonyms: decision, resolution, commitment So here we are again — at the end of one year and getting ready to plan for the next. I’m about to take my annual...

Wishing you a season of happiness, cheer and a wonderful new year!

This week’s MMT was supposed to be about victories, but I couldn’t get motivated to write specifically about that. So, I’m changing the topic to one I have a great deal of passion about, relational trust. Let’s see if I can somehow tie that into victories. Parker...

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO 2017 Envisioning an Awesome Year, a Step-By-Step Guide. Assess. Envision. Create. Implement. Celebrate. Available now for $25. We have a limited supply available so reserve your copy today at info@transforminc.com

Dave Kurlan from Objective Management Group believes the old 80/20 adage applies to most sales forces. He believes that 80% of your sales force will suck (Dave’s words, not mine) and you should replace them with overachievers. Dave has also said, “Companies with a...

Brother David Stendl-Rast’s book on gratefulness is a classic. In it he says, “The root of joy is gratefulness. It is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful.” How is it possible to be grateful or joyful during tough times in our lives?...

It’s that time of the year again – time to set your 2017 goals. Why do we do this year in and year out? Neuroscience and motivation theory answers this question and offers insights into how we can improve our success with this annual ritual. Motivation is energy that...

Wondering what the impact is when women occupy the C suite? For starters, how about increased bottom line performance and inroads in life balance? Not only are women executives changing the game, but they are also bringing other women along for the ride. Read on for a...

Listening is key to being successful in just about everything, especially relationships, and relationships are key to being a talented leader. One way to think about listening is through the three Centers of Intelligence – Head, Heart, and Body – that are central to...

Bruce, Heather, Brian, Pat and Tom all have one thing in common. They are business owners who one day want to reap the rewards of their hard work and commitment to businesses they created 20+ years ago. Every time we talk, they ask, “How do I build value in the...

Think about the last conversation you had with a co-worker. How did it go? Did you walk away feeling positive about the interaction or did you leave feeling as if you weren’t on the same page? Last week’s video on Conversational Intelligence might offer some insights...

Listen to Judith Glaser, author of Conversational Intelligence, explain how our every day conversations impact our brain, our DNA, and our intelligence. Pay close attention to what she has to say about building trust in others and stay tune for next week’s Tip to...

It is rewarding when you help someone go after a dream and then see it come true. I am blessed to have two different jobs that allow me to help people on their journeys to accomplishing their dreams. As a mother (Job 1), I helped two of my sons, Kevin and Daniel,...

Life slows a bit in summer, but now that summer is over, vacation memories are quickly fading. Kids have taken their seats at their school desks, and there’s a lot on our minds as we sit at our own desks. We know it’s time to clear the clutter from our desks and our...

Have a Safe and Happy Labor Day!

I love watching the Summer Games to see all of the world’s best athletes compete against each other. In the past, I have focused on their athleticism and how strong their bodies are, but this year I looked at things a little differently. I heard so many of the...

Those in positions of leadership continue to agonize over how to effectively manage millennials. Just “google” the term “managing millennials” and you’ll be presented with more than 600,000 results. Do the same on Amazon and you’ll find 200 plus books to read on the...