"Bob Believes in People"
There are times when we know that our business decisions carry huge consequences. Other times we think our actions are not so significant but they are. Actually, every decision by … Continue reading Every decision is a profit decision
Somebody once said “Action without planning is the cause of every failure”. What about planning without action? Doesn’t that cause failure as well? We would think so. Let’s look at … Continue reading Planning vs. Action
Complaining will no longer be accepted here. All complainers are being asked to cease that habit and replace it with more positive thoughts and words. Your complaints irritate the rest … Continue reading No more complaining
Many communications in the workplace (and at home) are derailed because of poorly used emotions. Unless you control your emotions well during difficult conversations, those conversations are likely to … Continue reading Check your emotions
Most of the astronauts who went to the moon in the 60s and 70s came back and got depression. I’ve noticed that many new homes in my area go up … Continue reading You’ve got what you want… now what?
This is a time management/personal success tip that I use. Successful people have a habit of creating their own future. They see their ideal future first, then consciously and unconsciously … Continue reading Visualize your perfect week
Several years ago I heard a pitching coach give some sage advice to an athlete that also applies to business, sales, and leadership. “Make each pitch a masterpiece”. Translation: don’t … Continue reading Make Each Pitch a Masterpiece
I ask executives frequently if they want their people to have written goals. They almost always answer “yes”. I think most workers would assume the CEO doesn’t care about their goals. He/she must … Continue reading What the CEO wants you to have:
I was really inspired at the Go St Louis marathon today. We went to watch our daughter-in-law run her 8th full marathon but got more benefit than we expected. Thousands of … Continue reading Marathon Reflections
Some bosses are great! Some…not so much. Here are my 3 best ideas on what you can do with the difficult ones: 1. Try to see their point of view. Most bosses have their boss putting … Continue reading Dealing with the difficult boss
Without a doubt, reading good books can accelerate you success as fast as anything. The world’s greatest minds are found in books and these are relatively cheap but for the … Continue reading Read Your Way to Success
One way to personal effectiveness is being able to focus on the proper task or person at the proper time. This often boils down to “wherever you are, be there”. Especially … Continue reading Seize the moment with key people
Bob Ramsey 