Economic Indicator…. Christmas Cards?

I am trying to figure out why it seems my wife and I are receiving fewer Christmas cards this year. After giving some thought, these are the possibilities I came up with: The economy More electronic email greetings Facebook has made them irrelevant I am getting older...

Technology “bah-humbug”?

At a Christmas party I attended last weekend a discussion evolved about the “curse” of Google and the accessibility of information children have today. Being a “glass half full” person my position quickly morphed into supporting the availability of information and the...

Why do people wait? Please help me sleep!

As a purveyor of fine conference programming there are several things that cause organizers angst as the months and days count down before an event. The top “anxiety” revolves around how many people are going to attend. No matter how big or small the event, everything...

Everyone Needs a Pat on the Back, Even Companies

Everyone likes a pat on the back occasionally, some more than others. Experts agree that recognition and appreciations is an important part of the human DNA. Recognition inspires and fosters a positive work environment, minimizes turnover and maximizes customer...