For the last two summers I’ve had the good fortune to speak at “intern day” for one of our Clients. I recently found my flipchart from last summer’s session and thought some of what we talked about that fun morning applies to any of us doing leadership skill training (for college students, up-and-comers and seasoned veterans

You may have heard by now that President Obama has persuaded security folks that he can keep his Blackberry.  It seems that while his phone will be limited to top staff and a small circle of friends, he will be able to keep it. One report I read said the “BarackBerry”, with it’s extra security,

A couple of days ago President-Elect Obama gave his first speech since being elected.  Without getting into the all of the political details, from a leadership communication perspective, I believe his goals were to: 1.  Recognize the current economic situation as less than desirable. 2.  Create a sense of urgency 3.  Outline a plan of

Last night I watched Jim Carrey in Bruce Almighty.  The premise is that Bruce Nolan (Jim Carrey) is given God’s powers.  As you might imagine, this leads to some funny scenes that are all Jim Carrey – as you may have seen Jim Carrey many times before – sight gags, voices and uses of the incredible

Maybe you are a voracious reader. Maybe reading has never been your favorite thing (though if that is the case, you’re probably not reading this!) Either way – whether you read a book a week or struggle to finish one a year – it would be helpful to gain more value from the time you

I say that phrase often. It’s part of my personal philosophy, and it’s part of my business philosophy. Let me explain… People around the world (you included) buy learning materials, books, audio programs, webinars, tele-seminars and attend lectures and workshops every day. These learning options exist whether you want to learn about leadership, leopards, or