Our colleague Jimmy Wilson of Robertsdale sent me a podcast featuring Bert Thornton, retired President and COO of Waffle House.   Thornton recounted some of his business knowledge in a book called Find an Old Gorilla.  The thought is that if you are in a jungle and need to get out, the “old gorilla” will […]

“You don’t have to live each day as if it’s your last, because that isn’t always realistic.  However, you can greet each morning invigorated and content, because you have the opportunity to make every day a special day.” – Rick Pitino   Do you believe that?  Every day can be special.   Many things are […]

I shared yesterday a development model describing how young people can develop into positive, contributing adults.  The model lists five C’s: Connection, Character, Confidence, Competence, and Caring. What’s good for young people becoming adults is probably good for all adults. Consequently, I believe that our organization will do well to promote the five C’s.  It’s […]

Heard a quote this week: “If you don’t show up with your best self, the world won’t treat you as well as it can.” Eric Thomas   I learned this the hard way.  When I was coming up, I’d be selectively excellent.  I was good at my games.  Not so good in the classroom.  I […]