Category: Monday Motivator

“Disneyland is a work of love. We didn’t go into Disneyland just with the idea of making money” – Walt DisneyEvery time I go to Walt Disney World, I spend a lot of money. I don’t regret it. And I keep coming back for more. Why?For the vast majority of guests, this place truly lives up…

A man ninety years old was asked to what he attributed his longevity. I reckon, he said, with a twinkle in his eye, it because most nights I went to bed and slept when I should have sat up and worried. – Garson KaninColleen’s grandmother passed away this week. She lived to be 100. Her…

Our biggest fear is that all our dreams might just come true.It was my best year ever. We grew the business in both market share and with double digit increases in operating income. Employee satisfaction was at an all time high and customer complaints at an historic low. Here is the Reader’s Digest version of…

“The first law of business communication: Speak their language.” How many times have you said “Thank You” this holiday season? Do you think the other person got the message?The highlight of our year was the arrival of our first grandson. At age six months, he’s learned exactly how to tell us what he wants. His needs…

“Our greatest fear is that we will be found out.”The December evening was unusually warm. We were sitting at the best table at one of the best restaurants in downtown Chicago. My dinner companion is, by all definitions, one of the smartest, successful and compassionate people I know. When your with me, sooner or later,…

In every boy’s life there is a Ralph Parker “Red Ryder Christmas“, the year when he got that one present that forever defined his youth. My Red Ryder Christmas happened in 1966.At 1926 Hampton Court, Christmas season officially began with the tree. For many years it was the real thing, purchased at the YMCA “Y’s…

“It is the long history of humankind that those who learned to collaborate and improvise most effectively have prevailed.” – Charles DarwinEarly on in my career, I had responsibility for two senior leaders who could not get along. They both had the same objectives: Serving our customers, their fellow employees and our investors. But they…

I don’t think that money equates to brains.” – Fred MeijerIf you live outside the State of Michigan, it’s a good bet that you haven’t ever heard of Fred Meijer. But for my generation, he was the definition of a great leader. For many if us, his passing this weekend is a highly personal loss.He…

By Guest Blogger David Murray.Scott’s note: Every now and then, I find another voice who inspires me, just as I hope to sometimes inspire you. This week’s guest blogger, David Murray is one of those voices. He is a marketing and a digital communications strategist and also a wise philosopher when it comes to the culture…

I recently received a note from a fellow Spartan who senses that her job may soon be eliminated. She is trying to get a head start on her next career adventure and wrote for advice. Here’s how I replied.You’re definitely doing the right thing by being proactive. That puts you ahead of about 90% of…