Growing Trust — In today’s society, trust is a word filled with promise and potential. However, no matter where we turn, there seems to be an inability to trust conventionally and personally. …

An important piece for our economy — There is an absurd paradox that arises when supporting small and local businesses. The consumer community quickly tells each other how much appreciation they have for entrepreneurs and small business owners and how proud they are of individuals who start and run their businesses. In the end, it is those…

There has been quite a bit of discussion around the so-called “Great Resignation.” So much so, that it’s hard to get a sense of what is going on. Among the causes of unemployment are social concerns, fiscal inequality, political warfare, myths, job-hopping, scandals, and more. Honestly, it can all make…

It was just one of those days today. The inspiration I usually have just wasn’t there. I sat down to put my thoughts on paper, and the flow just wasn’t happening. As I stood up from my desk, I focused my attention on the other day aspects of my day…

Building resilience can be time-consuming and challenging if you are not used to counseling or seeking guidance from a coach or mentor. Many of us use phrases like “I am just figuring it out” or “I just need to put my nose to the grindstone to get the job done.”…

The Code of Ethics is a formal statement that encompasses all of the company’s values and beliefs while keeping everyone aligned with the organization’s goals. The goal is to help the team adhere to values such as honesty, integrity, respect, trust, responsibility, and citizenship by setting an ethical code of…

Every day, we are bombarded with comparisons. “Bigger is better” “The wealthy versus the poor” “The have’s and the have nots” Many voices are calling for us to compare ourselves to others, but where are the voices asking people to sit down, calm down, and focus on their own race? …

I have been exposed to many different types of concepts during my graduate studies. Among the most relevant is the emergence of hybrid…

NEW YEAR NEW FOCUS NEW YEAR’S HERE IN JAPAN One of the really cool things about living here in Japan is learning about all of the many traditions the Japanese people have and take part in each year. Unlike in the United States where Thanksgiving, Christmas, and some other popular…