by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 1, 2024 | Spiritual Stuff
Calm in the Storm #1 You have surely noticed. The political stage is set for chaos over the coming weeks. As you vote, engage and process as the storm rolls through, how can you retain some sense of clarity? How can you speak and act from your best self? Three...
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 25, 2024 | Resilience
Crucial Concepts #5 Great ideas outnumber great products and services 100 to 1. In the world of business there is no shortage of great possibilities. The only ones you use or hear about were born of sweat, doubt, fear, failure, hard work and eventual success. Sure,...
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 18, 2024 | Resilience
Crucial Concepts #4 In what area of your life do you need to take responsibility to create new outcomes? Often, the notion of responsibility gets tangled up with blame, fault, guilt, etc. But, take a moment to consider a better understanding of responsibility. Leaders...
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 11, 2024 | Resilience
Crucial Concepts #3 Why do you do what you do? Reorienting yourself to your why can be a game changer. If you can get clear on your why, then how you operate even in the mundane matters takes on new levels of clarity. For instance, why do you go to work? Of course,...
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 4, 2024 | Resilience
Crucial Concepts #2 Where are you going? How do you wish to experience this goal? Can you see yourself overcoming likely obstacles? What is your exit strategy? Envision your destination. No matter what sort of endeavor you choose, this proves to be helpful advice....
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 1, 2024 | Resilience
Crucial Concepts #1 While often written for organizations and businesses, some concepts apply remarkably well to the individual also. At least two quotes are apt for today. “Where focus goes, energy flows.” This quote is attributed to Tony Robbins, but I...
by Bruce McIntyre | Sep 27, 2024 | Serendipity
Paradox #2 Walking in the tension of goals, dreams and improvement while also enjoying the moment may be one of the greatest challenges of life. To live with constant dissatisfaction of present realities is miserable. But to give up on the pursuit of your personal...
by Bruce McIntyre | Sep 13, 2024 | Serendipity
Paradox #1 Walking into the room of children, I was instantly struck by the inherent chaos. One child banged on the piano, while another strummed on a mini-guitar. Several of them were blowing on kazoos and toy flutes, while one future stage star belted out some...
by Bruce McIntyre | Sep 6, 2024 | Serendipity
Instigators of Good #5 When is the last time you said something that elicited the response, “That’s nice to hear. Thank you.” What happens when you say these types of things to people and really mean it? I love you.You were right.I believe in you.You can do this.Thank...
by Bruce McIntyre | Aug 30, 2024 | Serendipity
Instigators of Good #4 The pressure is on. One call after another. Too many emails to manage. The tyranny of the urgent reigns. And then, you step outside and catch a refreshing whiff of peace. It comes in many forms such as: crisp autumn air, freshly mowed grass,...
