What the PGA pros do that we don’t.
Monday, May 28th, 2007My first thought is shoot under par regularly. Just like the PGA golf commercials, “Those guys are good!” Do you ever notice their habits around the greens? Rory Sabbatini won the Colonial this past Sunday largely because he was tied for first in the tournament stats with the fewest putts per round, ranked in the [...]
Why are manhole covers round?
Thursday, May 24th, 2007Maybe I am the only one who wonders about the stuff that has no affect on the universe, like “Does the number of dimples on a golf ball really matter?” and “Why are manhole covers round?” This is where I loose some of you brilliant minds and the simple ones like mine have just added [...]
Never Leave the Office without it–
Thursday, May 24th, 2007If you think I am talking about an American Express Card, you would be only half right. Traveling seems appealing until you travel often. Maybe I am the only one who is not so smart but I often forget my room number. They frown on me going down the hallway sticking my key card into [...]
Not being tackled is a good thing
Monday, May 21st, 2007Rules & Policies–which ones are important?
I boarded my flight (airline not named) and went through my normal routine. I placed my briefcase in the overhead only after removing my laptop and the work I wanted to do on the plane, then slid both into the seat back pocket. I sat down, removed my cell phone, [...]
Starbucks Staffing
Saturday, May 19th, 2007Ever had a bad experience with a staff member at Starbucks? Order a double chocolate chip frappocino with a hit of peppermint, one white chocolate latte and a double espresso, then sit and watch the bistro work. They are methodical, repetitious, exact and yet friendly. What a combination! Most people who do not do [...]
Getting through airport security faster
Thursday, May 17th, 2007Little things that help keep the line moving faster.
Smile to the TSA people, they need it. Be friendly even when you are in a rush, it is not typically their fault when you are running late.
When approaching the security line, consider some of these actions:
Where are mom and dad?
Thursday, May 17th, 2007When my daughter was much younger, she went through this phase of fearing that mom and dad would go off and leave her at wherever we were. The only places we let her get beyond our sight were places like church, family, and such. But if she looked for us and could not immediately find [...]
24 – Jack Bauer’s to do list
Tuesday, May 15th, 2007Imagine tackling your day the way Jack Bauer does. He does more in one day than the whole US Army before 9 am. The premise of the show is that every hour on TV is equal to a real time hour of life. How many times do you get to the end of your day [...]
Leading and controlling – what’s the difference?
Tuesday, May 15th, 2007I love remote control anything. Cars, boats, airplanes, even my computer came with a small remote control to manage the sounds and pictures from anywhere in my office. My wife and I gave up a really good TV in our bedroom because the remote stopped working. Do you ever wish you had a remote for [...]
Criminal Minds – Understanding your customer
Monday, May 14th, 2007One of my favorite TV shows is Criminal Minds. They have a team called the BAU–Behavioral Analysis Unit–who profile serial killers in order to capture them. They compile a profile based on clues found at the scene, method of killing, along with psychological research from past crimes and studies. It is amazing the details that [...]
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