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    Do we agree that perfection is our enemy?

    Over the years, we’ve taken several approaches to the curse of perfection. Today’s quote reminds us that getting started, against all odds, can’t wait until there are no objections.
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    Update! We're excited to announce the release of our Hiring the Ideal Candidate program. I am particularly excited about this program because over a long career, I have witnessed…
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    Is Collaboration Easy … or Hard?

    It’s kind of a tricky balance, isn’t it, to be respectful and polite to our colleagues … and at the same time, wrestle vigorously with their ideas. This quote,…
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    To Our Veterans: THANK YOU for your service

    Tomorrow, we celebrate Veteran’s Day. This honor extends to anyone who has ever stood somberly, raised his or her right hand, and enlisted in any branch of the U.S….
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    Would you get much done without a TEAM? Nope!

    I know you’ve heard this from me often, but I don’t think any of us can say it too often … since it’s at the heart of our success…
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    Remember how Mom used to say: “You know better than that?”  She knew we could make better decisions. So, why did she have to say this so often? It…
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    You’re in control. You get to decide.

    It might be a good time to reflect on the message in Jim Collin's book, How The Mighty Fall: And Why Some Companies Never Give In. In his book,…
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    Friday Focus with a little Halloween fun ….

    Men will probably see more of the humor in this, but I've shopped with my girls enough that I understand the sentiment. In return, here’s one I think the…
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