Friday Food for Thought

Teamwork makes the dream work is a popular saying, but teamwork is only part of the equation when pursuing success.

With shortage of staff, we have to wonder if good customer service is dead or alive. Yet, a positive customer experience can stay with you forever!

As the dog days of summer come to their end, we hope you fill your long weekend with friends, family and activities you love!

When we think about the value of our network, often we focus on our professional connections. However, there is untapped value in our personal networks too.

When it is you who you are arguing with, it can be the most frustrating debate of all. Can you truly win against yourself?

Difficult times can prove to be challenging, but with the right mindset, they will bring you new opportunities and growth.

Despite our successes, more often than not we feel like we are an imposter. Remember to recognize and celebrate all of your achievements!

We all embellish the truth in order to tell a good story, just make sure to not cross the line of embellishment.

A little healthy competition is good for the soul, so long as you’re competing for the right reasons.

Your perception can make time feel like forever or seem like it’s flying by.

Power and force are two sides of the same coin, but using your power will help you achieve your goals more efficiently than using force.

Old ways are in the past, and with the luxury of freedom, we have the ability to create new ways for the future.

As things continue to open up, be a good scout and remember to be prepared for any old thing that might come your way.

Stop going in circles! Rather than having conversations that go nowhere, take a step back and find a path to move forward towards resolution.

Despite the differences between courage and confidence, they are interchangeable. Yet, you need courage in order to move forward into confidence.

Whether your steps are forward or back, just keep moving towards your goal. No matter how you dance, it is all forward progress.

With all there is to celebrate this Memorial Day Weekend, the possibilities are endless. So, why not celebrate everything?

We all make sacrifices for what we are passionate about. What have you set aside for the greater good?

Too often we get too caught up in the little details, we can’t see the forest for the trees. This weekend, take a look at the bigger picture.

We’re wired to take rejection personally, but you’ll never know what you can get until you ask.

There are no bad ideas, just good or even great ideas in the making.

As the pandemic slows and the invitations roll in, instead of feeling obligated to do something you don’t want, we suggest you normalize saying no.

Human beings are forever chasing satisfaction, but happiness lies in remembering to be satisfied with what you already have.

What was old is new again, are you ready to embrace the new-new normal?

Bringing out the best in your team is a trademark of a true champion.

We all have our truths, and while it’s great to have passion about your beliefs, you must recognize truth is elusive, it’s not fact.

“I cannot say that I don’t disagree with you.”

More often that not, we don’t know what we have until it is gone.

To really flourish in any role, you need to know what your real job is, and that is to go above and beyond.

If you weren’t impressed by this year’s Superbowl, maybe you should take a closer look at what was achieved.

Trust is fragile and takes time to build, but our strongest relationships are with those we trust the most.

2020 has been a brutal year, but it has taught us some important skills and lessons to bring into 2021.

December is the busiest time of the year for many of us, and this year is no different. Remember we have a lot to celebrate, even in 2020!

Having a habit of saying yes can be a good thing that can lead to experiences you may not have had if you had said no.

In a time that is so complicated, we’ll keep it simple: thank you to our network, and we hope you have a great holiday!

Five years of Friday Food for Thought! Time really does fly by when you’re having fun.

Even the bad surprises can result in a good outcome.

Having a plan in place gives us a sense of direction, while changing course gives us an opportunity to grow. So, what’s next?