On this day when Christians around the world remember the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, it is good to remember that his death on the cross wasn't the end of the story. It was a necessary part of the story of what he did on our behalf, but it was not - and is not - …
What I Appreciate Most In Coworkers
Last month I wrote a couple of posts about The Best Behaviors I've Shown As An Employee and The Worst Mistakes I've Made As An Employee. They were very well received with the post on worst mistakes being the most viewed post on this blog in the two years the blog has existed. Having examined myself …
Speak Your Mind for Peace of Mind
For introverts like me, I tend to let unsettling matters fester inside me until they reach a point where I have to speak up. Unlike others who feel free to just speak whatever comes to mind the moment it comes to mind, we introverts are less likely to do so unless we're in the presence …
Transitioning to Retirement
I don't expect to retire for another 10-12 years. I love what I do at work, those with whom I get to do it, and the company at which my 10th anniversary is coming in August. I hope to remain here until I retire, leaving behind an organization that is better in some ways than …
It Takes Vision, Plans, and Action
When I think of ambitious goals that I have seen or personally attempted in businesses I've worked at, it is easy to recall some that were successfully achieved and others that were not. Of course, there are many factors that go into the success or failure of each individually, but I'd like to share some …
