Sympathy is about feeling sorry for someone. Empathy, to me, is about doing something to alleviate their pain points. Empathy is key. Sympathy, not so much. … [Read more...]
An Elusive Reality
Corporate cultures are easy to define, yet elusive to realize. We can articulate our values and even, to some extent, the behaviors that define our mode of conduct. The challenge is to get people to buy into it, and live it, every single day. The … [Read more...]
The Best Kisses
Who dives into their food, face first, with little regard for social decorum? Who pees aimlessly on every flower, tree, hydrant and tire as if there was an innate joy in defining their territories? They are perfect canine vacuums that anxiously … [Read more...]
Perspective
Everything is smooth sailing. And then, in a heartbeat, everything changes. Our health, and the health of our loved ones, takes center stage. Money, success, stature and recognition take a back seat to the well being of our loved ones. The lesson … [Read more...]