by Tom Esch | Dec 14, 2021 | Blog
Three years ago, I saw Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in the successful remake of the movie “A Star is Born” and there was a scene toward the end which captured my attention. Spoiler alert: If you have not seen the movie, you may want to skip this. But I am guessing you...
by Tom Esch | Nov 30, 2021 | Using Your Power Effectively, Blog
Another unbelievable tragedy, just days before Thanksgiving. A driver in Waukesha smashed his vehicle into a crowd this past weekend at a holiday parade, killing six people and injuring well over 40. Why? We all want to know why. Did the gas pedal get stuck? I do...
by Tom Esch | Oct 29, 2021 | Interpersonal Communication, Blog
A client recently said to me, “No news is good news” is not ok with us. He was talking about safety in his company. I loved his comment. When it comes to safety and healthy work culture for those working in high-risk environments, you could reframe it as “No...
by Tom Esch | Sep 8, 2021 | Using Your Power Effectively, Blog
Do not wait to have that conversation. You know how some memories stay in your mind? I still remember the handshake. The very physical, nearly-break-your-knuckles grip the solidly built young man put on me. And the comment, “Esch, I am nothin!!” He was loud and...
by Tom Esch | May 26, 2021 | How to Handle Polarizing Topics and Challenging People, Blog
George Floyd was killed by Derek Chauvin, a year ago yesterday. Just a few miles from where our family lived for 18 years. A huge loss for all who knew Mr. Floyd. And a lot of years in prison for Mr. Chauvin. Tragic on multiple levels. It disrupted us as a...
