Dancing in the Rain

When was the last time you danced in the rain?  No, seriously. When?  In the rain, in public, with lots of people watching - when? Right. I … [Read more...]

Teller, Banker, What’s the difference? They both don’t care about customers!

I had a simple request at a bank that I go to infrequently.  They have never been friendly nor have they really cared about my business. So, I moved … [Read more...]

What’s your Wicked Story?

I finally saw the play Wicked last night with my daughters and sweetheart.  It was fantastic!  Have you seen it? ”The Untold Story of the … [Read more...]

Down With Rude People!!!

I traveled to Paris once many years ago and was told that French people could be unfriendly and rude.  And during my trip, that's kind of what I … [Read more...]

Motivational Message of the Day – Take the Shot!

I recently became a huge fan of our local library.  While everyone in the world and their brother has an IPad or Kindle for electronically reading … [Read more...]

My Jump Into 4H Leadership Camp

It seems like I spend half the time worried about why I just took that job, and the other half wondering why I worried. I create things to worry … [Read more...]

You Had Me At Raspberries

I don't get mad very often but this advertising ploy really got me steamed!  Just when I think the public is being encouraged to eat healthy...Zingo! … [Read more...]

God Bless the USA!!!

I'm a motivational speaker which means I travel - a lot. So when I was asked to speak for a company in Amsterdam a few weeks ago, my first response … [Read more...]

Ask For What You Want: Ready, Set, Go!

Marilyn Sherman's post inspired me to write another post taking it one step further. Thanks … [Read more...]

Customer Service Magical Words

I was waiting in line for the cashier to finish up with the customer ahead of me.  I was just calmly day dreaming about who knows what – when the … [Read more...]