by Maryspeaks | Mar 26, 2018 | Blog, Change, Inspirational
In the words of Harvard Business Review writer Anthony K. Tjan, “…there is one quality that trumps all, evident in virtually every great entrepreneur, manager, and leader. That quality is self-awareness. The best thing leaders can [do] to improve their effectiveness...
by Maryspeaks | Mar 6, 2017 | Blog, Change, Inspirational
Nothing happens in 7-seven seconds? I can’t change my life in 7-seconds…can I? Consider what is possible: High-speed Hot Rod: The Tesla can go from a dead stop to a speed of 65 in 7 seconds. Quick Decisions: Researches say we decide if we like someone within...
by Maryspeaks | Jan 16, 2017 | Blog, Change, Sales Training
National, State or Local political outcomes may not be what you had hoped for. Or you’ve received your invitation to the inauguration ceremony, swearing in or oath taking and are tickled pink about it. What some referred to for the past 4-8 years as the New Normal...
by Maryspeaks | Aug 29, 2016 | Blog, Change, Faith, Inspirational
Seventeen years ago, I took my first step towards a new, unexpected and joy-filled life. The journey has been full of blessings, new deep, life-long friendships, surprises, struggles and challenges. The big difference is that before that night, 17-years ago, I had few...
by Maryspeaks | Sep 29, 2015 | Blog, Business, Change, Communication, Entrepreneurship
The popular belief is that everyone dislikes change. Then why do CEO’s, small and mid-size business owners send managers, supervisors and sales staff to workshops, trade shows and conferences? For many,Fall is the commencement of the trade show season. Companies...
by Maryspeaks | Apr 13, 2015 | Blog, Business, Change, Communication, Negotiation
Twenty-eight years ago, I made the decision to negotiate more often. At that point in my career, I rated my negotiation skills as a 3 or4 on a 10-Scale. Bargaining for an occasional thing. I did not come from a family of negotiators, although for a very short time, my...
