Sunday, January 15, 2017

Advertising is the tax you pay for not being remarkable!


First off, no disrespect for those that are in the advertising business!  Think about it, we all know those businesses that don't need to advertise simply because their reputation drives their business.

Getting my feet wet returning to the "for profit" world I have been reading.  One book that my nephew lent me was Remarkable, a leadership parable by Dr. Randy Ross and David Salyers.

I enjoy business and the art of doing it right!  I am now calling on HVAC contractors as well as working in an environment where I get to teach and learn once again.  I pay attention and look for ways to excel and help those around me do things better.

I am fortunate to have landed with a company that puts customers first and loves to do good business. R.E, Michel has been around for 82 years and is still privately held.  I can't count how many associates that I have met that have been around for over 30 years. That speaks volumes to me.

Big goals remain and I look forward to accomplishing them in this next step in my life. Everyday I hear about a good friend retiring, here I am just getting started once again!

My last 10 years were wonderful and impacted me in so many different ways however there are nuances in the "non-profit" world that annoyed me significantly.  The value of leadership is interpreted so differently.

I plan to dedicate these next decades of my life to doing things remarkable and enjoying being compensated for it.

I will continue to make an impact in the people that surround me and enjoy being able to take care of my family.

2017 and beyond holds significant promise and I am laying the foundation to build a better future!

NobleOne

Sunday, January 1, 2017

2016 to 2017 Noble to Normal


2016 was a pivot-able year for me!  For some 2016 was amazing.  I've enjoyed reading summations of amazing changes and new beginning for many of my close friends! I celebrate them with you!

In 2016...
Obamacare almost did me in
I had to let go two of my favorite people in this world
I closed down an amazing office
I lost close friends
I left an amazing life changing career for me as well as many others!
I sold my favorite truck
Made life changes!

In 2017
I'm cherishing 28 years of marriage
I'm turning 60
I've returned to the business world and thinking I'm gonna like it!
I've made some new great friends and retained some great old ones!
We've got a new President that I believe will bring prosperity!
I've gone from Noble to Normal

I wish all of you a Happy New Year and I look forward to the next 12 months!

NobleOne...NormalOne