I think the single most destructive force we face during times of difficulty is our own mind – the negativity, the doubt, the belief that things will not change for the better. All these thoughts and emotions conspire to get the best of us. It’s natural, it’s human, it’s to be expected. That being said, I challenge you to plan for it. Know that you will have “those days” – you know the ones. Those are the days when you may wonder what the heck you’re doing, and where the heck

When was the last time you checked your progress? Keeping a personal metric to track your completion of tasks is a helpful act of discipline to get you closer to your goals. It also provides a formative evaluation of what’s working and what isn’t. Seriously, write it down! Speaking of what’s working or not, don’t be afraid to change a few things if necessary. Being flexible but remaining focused is key. You may need to tweak things several times until you find a process or cu

Years ago, I had the opportunity to hear a gentleman (a performance consultant) - who was involved in the major transformation of Sears, Roebuck, and Company in the mid-90s - speak at a monthly meeting of ISPI in Atlanta. Sadly, I cannot remember his name, but I do remember the impression he made upon me. The main thing that I recall the most about his speech was not only the details he shared about working with Sears during their major transition between 1993 and 1995, but a