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The Slap Heard Round the World
Was it real? Did Will Smith really slap Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars? And why? Just in case you are the only one who missed it. Rock made a joke about Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett-Smith’s hair. She was present in the audience, looking beautiful and with almost no...
What are you sourcing?
There I was in Chicago on a windy evening, in mid-December, and I just wanted to get home. I had been travelling a lot and my wife called to tell me that there were tornado level winds coming up from the south and hitting Minneapolis about an hour before my plane...
The Potentially Devastating Power of Rank
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...
I know why the driver in Waukesha did it
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...
Why “No News” is Bad News
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 news is...
Can You Prevent Suicide?
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...
Police officers and George Floyd: What side are u on?
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...
Is Crappy Communication Causing You Headaches?
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,...
Ex-Priest turned Construction Guy: Now Author!
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...
Why Well-Being Matters in Communication
How is your well being? Physically, financially, emotionally? Maybe you had a great year, personally and professionally. Perhaps you had a horrible year. Most likely it was a mix. Many believe that our well being comes, in large part, from the way we access and use...
