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...
by Tom Esch | Mar 30, 2021 | Interpersonal Communication, Blog
Is crappy communication an issue in your life? Has it also impacted your business? Do not fear, there is hope. I have been there. 20 years ago while my wife and I were overwhelmed and exhausted with our son who didn’t sleep well. She asked me at 3 a.m. to,...
by Tom Esch | Feb 25, 2021 | Interpersonal Communication, Blog
Can you believe it? I used to be a priest. Why did I leave and what did I learn? And how did I get into construction? Come to my Book Release Party March 25th and find out. I wrote this book to help others communicate more effectively and use their personal power...
