24th January 2011
Now's A Good Time For An Inspirational Leader To Self-Check
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
Most folks are just starting to dig in again after a relaxing holiday season; leaders are no exception. If, like many of my clients and colleagues, you are always ...
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20th January 2011
Times Are Tough, But Don't Be A Victim
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
There are two types of people: The Entrepreneur, who takes initiative and controls her own destiny, and the Victim, who needs taking care of and acts as though the world is out to get h...
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20th January 2011
Three Ideas To Maximize Your Team's Motivation
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
Most of my clients are thinking about how to make 2011 a better year in terms of their own inspirational leadership. Here are three ideas for New Year's resolutions for the lea...
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20th January 2011
Take A Breath Now, Before Renewing Your Health Habits
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
We're in the middle of the week between the holidays. Most Americans are enjoying lighter work schedules this week, and a festive mood at home. That's a blessing, and y...
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17th January 2011
Inspirational Leadership Doesn't End At Five
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
I love a certain TV ad that runs occasionally here in the U.S. It depicts various people, going about their everyday lives, and pausing a second or two to do something kind for s...
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14th January 2011
Use The NEWSS To Avoid Dependence On Medicine
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
By now, most Americans are aware that the Obamacare "reform" of our medical system, rammed through Congress with shady deals starting this time last year, will have little to do ...
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13th January 2011
It's Time To Build And Protect Wealth
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
There are several reasons now is the perfect time to start an internet business, or to migrate some/all of your brick-and-mortar business to the world of click-and-order.
First, the l...
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12th January 2011
They Keep Standards High For Everyone
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
Today I'm "refreshing" my Christmas caroling costume. Truthfully, it's not that disreputable... with only a week left, I could easily get through the rest of the season without anyone n...
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10th January 2011
If You See Someone Without A Smile, Give Them One
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
It's Christmas every day of the year at our house. My singing friends know this, because they've been to countless rehearsals at our house, and they've seen the decorations ...
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10th January 2011
It's Supposed To Be A Season Of Joy, Not Stress
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
If you're like many of my clients, you are in the middle of a season of stress. Whether you own your own business and have to make a year's profit in the next month, or are a ...
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07th January 2011
Find A Way To Let The Holidays Make You Happy
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
Picture this: you're dressed in Victorian garb, singing Christmas carols for a small private party that paid a little money to have you. The party is mostly for kids - there are...
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05th January 2011
It's Still Possible If You Take Personal Responsibility
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
Start a business on the side, and work in your spare time to grow it. Put that extra money aside as a hedge against the evils of the day: layoffs, downsizing, cutbacks...
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05th January 2011
Inspirational Leaders Make The Most Of Any Situation
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
Most of my clients would like to be more inspirational leaders. If this is also true of you, you have to start by being inspired. And I was reminded this morning that go...
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04th January 2011
Successful Entrepreneurs Keep Good Health Habits During The Holidays
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
If you run your own business in the U.S., no one needs to tell you how hectic and stressful this time of year can be. Sure, it's festive, and everyone's s...
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23rd December 2010
Inspirational Leaders Know Giving Is Receiving
by Michael D. Hume, M.S.
This year I'm very happy to be back with the Original Dickens Carolers, singing holiday songs all over Colorado for hours each week. I missed the last decade or so, so it's gre...
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