It’s been several months of personal “earthquakes” and global pandemic, but work goes on at Apple Awards. There are so many new heroes to recognize! Owner, Dennis Smith gets back to his blog as one small step toward the new normal. He asks the questions “How do we find our way in a polarized society?” …
Do you let unmet expectations ruin your peace and frustrate you? Give yourself grace and try again!
There has to be a better way to make sales. Why am I so skeptical of sales tactics? I am tired of the gimmicks used to raise false hopes. Tired of all the hype which is often used to close a sale. Wouldn’t it be refreshing to be presented with something that sold itself, simply…
I believe God gave us community to help us overcome the darkness in our lives through light. He gave us the opportunity to hear the truth about ourselves through the person of Jesus and the people who choose to follow him and share his teaching. The Gospels are filled with this reality. What Is Light?…
Balance in all the important areas of life is something most of us struggle with. Thoughts on the subject from an entrepreneur … Balance: Now and Later Balance is the key to getting the right mix when living out today’s reality and tomorrow’s opportunity for our life. A healthy balance includes maintaining meaningful work and…
Where do you need calm instead of chaos? These five tips from a busy executive might be just what you are looking for! How to stay calm in the midst of chaos? Please note I am preaching to myself, not you! I also am not professing to have all the answers because chaos can come…
More thoughts on being grateful, as November closes… When I listen to someone talk about a truly amazing and memorable experience, I usually expect to hear enthusiasm in their voice. Their grateful words, without enthusiasm, are just words and carry very little weight in my heart. The Grateful Giver I view giving thanks from two…
Having work that you love, that holds meaning, is something to be thankful for!
Being general contractor for my most recent building project has reminded me of some universal principles that apply to building almost anything of lasting value. Whether it be a home, a business, a non-profit organization, or an athletic program, these same things are true: Much of what you do will go unnoticed but it is…
Want a good test for finding the ideal partner? Build a house together. When You Need an Ideal Partner What they say: “you should never build a house during the early stages of a marriage. The stress caused by the sheer volume of decisions, many of which are preferential decisions, can be simply too great…