In this morning’s Houston Business Journal, a story by Mr. Chris Mathews referenced BBVA USA chief economist, Mr. Nathaniel Karp. Mr. Karp indicated that the bank is forecasting negative GDP growth for the U.S. through June 30 due to COVID-19. Additionally, Mr. Karp suggested that Q2 could experience the largest drop in economic activity since […]
For those who have seen the Christmas classic It’s a Wonderful Life, do you recall the scene where George Bailey is talking with his guardian angel, Clarence? George needed $8,000, but Clarence didn’t have any money on him. He was an angel after all. He didn’t carry cash. Well, we probably all feel a little […]
The term “recession proof” has come up a lot over the past two weeks. The first question to ask, “Are we in a recession?” The answer is emphatically “yes!” I hate to say it, but it is the truth. We are in a recession and let’s hope it doesn’t get worse. Now, that said, what […]
Just looking at a picture of a puppy should put a smile on your face, right? In 1952, Norman Vincent Peale told us that positive thinking will make our lives much better. In his book, The Power of Positive of Thinking, he said “The way to happiness: Keep your heart free from hate, your mind […]
The word “perseverance” has never had so much meaning. Merriam defines perseverance as a steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a state, etc. especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement. Yes, I think this is the perfect term for our current state. But in the face of all that is going […]
What is emotional intelligence? The term was first used in 1990 by Peter Salovey and John Mayer, American psychology professors. Emotional intelligence (“EI”) refers to the ability to identify and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. Have there ever been times in the workplace when you simply wanted to lash […]
For those of you who have read Mike Michalowicz’s book Profit First, good for you! For those of you who haven’t, go read it! In his book, Mike Michalowicz’s presents a fairly easy concept to business owners, and that is to set up the business so that it serves you. After all business owners, you […]
Zig Ziglar said, “You cannot consistently perform in a manner which is inconsistent with the way you see yourself.” Makes perfect sense, doesn’t it? If we want to change the outcome, then we need to change the process of achieving that outcome. Simple? Maybe. The important point to remember is that the process begins with […]
