by Alan | Apr 30, 2006 | Communication skills
I often wonder if I’m the only one to hear what I hear. On a flight today where the flight attendant was less than stellar — let’s just say she wasn’t the fastest jet in the squadron. Somehow my “apple juice” ended up red...
by Alan | Apr 29, 2006 | Communication skills, Delivery, Leadership, Parenting
Today was a monumental day in the life of the Hoffler family. My first Tee-ball game as a parent. Watching the wee one line it up to smack (dribble) it the first time was a moment I hope I never forget.The funny moments of the game are almost too numerous to count. ...
by Alan | Apr 27, 2006 | Communication skills, Delivery, PowerPoint
Our local newspaper ran a front page article today on the use of PowerPoint. Who knew that such skills were worthy of the #1 spot in the daily news? And with it’s opening paragraph leading the way:Some of the world’s most satisfying naps, deepest...
by Alan | Apr 24, 2006 | Communication skills, Sales
Been carrying on an email dialog with someone for the past few weeks about a topic near and dear to my heart. He’s offering advice — I’m desparately looking for some. It’s a matter of heart vs. fact vs. prudence vs. regret. I’ve stated...
by Alan | Apr 22, 2006 | Communication skills, Leadership, Parenting
Had one of those cute parenting moments today. Today was the wife’s birthday. I took the kids with me this morning to pick up a birthday cake, dropping it by my sister-in-law’s for delivery at our house later in the evening. My three-year-old daughter...
