Happy Lighten up Monday! This is a fun and true story about being invited to one of my first corporate speaking events. I told this story at our SCORRE™ Conference as a set up to a key question every speaker must ask. “Will the content of my talk meet the needs of my audience?” I certainly learned one of the …
Marital Bliss
Good Morning! It’s Lighten up Monday! This morning I was reminded of how much I love being around real people who are willing to acknowledge imperfection and work toward excellence. Nothing destroys relationships, or impedes growth more than pretending to be perfect. As you will see in this clip, it also makes you look funny! [youtube id=”bZRADKPkzak”]
How to access your Child’s Heart
In my book “How to live with your Kids when you have already Lost your Mind,” I identify three levels of communication that we generally use as we talk to our children. Children have a desperate need for “Level Three” dialogue. On second thought all of us could use a good dose. Here’s what it is.
Out of the Valley of the Shadow of Death
I debated whether to share this story, but I have no choice. I have run into so many people who are struggling and wonder if there is any hope. This is exhibit “A” that there is hope! In this post is the unbelievable entry I wrote in my journal over ten years ago and the story of how God’s amazing …
Two Skills Essential to Clear Communication
I have taught platform communication skills to thousands of ministry professionals and corporate executives. But, many times I fail miserably when it comes to interpersonal communication. This sad but true (and very funny) story illustrates two important skills that can make the difference between success and failure when it comes to family communication.