Scrounging on the Small Stuff

We throw money at products that define our status, yet we scrounge on the tips we give to the hard working waitresses at the local restaurant. We invest heavily in equipment and machinery, but not the people who operate them. We invest in buildings, … [Read more...]

Plan With Purpose

Action without planning is a little bit like throwing mud against a wall. Eventually something will stick. Planning without action is an exercise in futility. A little bit like the hamster at our Montessori preschool — the little guy moves fast on … [Read more...]

Align Philosophically

When people in an organization are not philosophically aligned to the existing vision and mindset, they are doomed to fail. I have often heard that we should 'hire for talent, and retain for character'. Part of that character is a common mindset. … [Read more...]

Young Talent

I often hear that there is a shortage of human capital in the Tampa Bay area. I am blessed to be surrounded by exceptional young talent at The University of Tampa. Meet Michael, Brianna, Jessica and Hayden (in the picture above). Exceptional ladies, … [Read more...]