Praying for the people of Moore, Oklahoma, their families, and those trying to help them.

Moore, Oklahoma – 05-20-13

Collaboration

(CC) By Garfield Anderssen via Flickr

Some people may consider telecommuting part of their “dream job” scenario. After all, they can work from home and still have a meaningful impact in their chosen profession.

With instant messaging, video conferencing and “net meetings,” the need for actually “going to work” somewhere is fading. But, is that a good thing? Continue Reading…

Door

(CC) by Brad Montgomery via Flickr

The old Charlie Rich song was talking about the “benefits” of closed doors — especially in the realm of relationships. However, in business, closed doors are often more trouble than they are worth.

When a leader takes someone behind closed doors on campus, it can create a flurry of speculation — rarely good speculation.

A closed door brings a sense of negativity. When a team member is taken behind closed doors, other team members tend to wonder what is wrong, or who is in trouble? Continue Reading…