Ignorance and negligence

No one expects anyone to know everything, nor should we expect that of ourselves. But, while being attentive, we will likely discover that we learn something new each day – some lessons small while others of significance. And so we progress. When we are aware or...

The most potent word

An element that is critical in all relationships, whether it’s personal or professional, is trust. Trust takes time to develop, yet quickly and in an instant destroyed. The time to build versus destroy is disproportionate.  In organizations, there is...

Making espresso

You may make one at home or watch baristas prepare one.  It seems simple enough. Grind coffee, add it to a portafilter, press it down, and then make the coffee. Stop. If that is what you witnessed, you have missed so much. A barista will reflect on all the...

Sleep on it

Something will frustrate you today or soon. It is inevitable that something does not meet your satisfaction and will create a little consternation. Inevitably it usually involves other people and may stem from a single interaction. If we remove the emotion from the...

Don’t merely measure the good weather

The ability for individuals to perform well is far simpler when they are operating in a mode of calm and satisfaction. It is often remarkable to witness what individuals are capable of when they have few restraints, challenges, or limitations. Although we can attempt...