by Norma Thatcher | Nov 18, 2017 | Leadership, Thought provoking
Did you know that Dale Carnegie (1888-1955), author of the bestselling How to Win Friends and Influence People, had an original last name of Carnagey? It’s true; around 1913 he changed the spelling of his last name so that the general public would associate him with...
by Norma Thatcher | Nov 11, 2017 | Inspirational, Leadership, Thought provoking
If you want to see big rocks, visit Yosemite National Park. If you’re like me, you’ll end up believing that, compared to Yosemite’s, other rocks are just pebbles. Visiting the park recently reminded me of the time management training I took that was based on the work...
by Norma Thatcher | Nov 7, 2017 | Humor, Leadership, Thought provoking
Are you aware of the latest “must have” accessory in the businessman’s wardrobe? An executive backpack. According to an article in the October 19th Wall Street Journal, businessmen are switching from briefcases to backpacks. Not just any old backpack will do, of...
by Norma Thatcher | Oct 28, 2017 | Inspirational, Leadership, Thought provoking
“You know, I never really lied. I just told the truth differently.” –Merrit Malloy I’ve heard many lies in my life—probably more than my fair share because of the years spent in foodservice credit management. With technology advances it became increasingly difficult...
by Norma Thatcher | Oct 10, 2017 | Inspirational, Leadership, Public speaking, Thought provoking
When’s the last time you were afraid? Actually and truly afraid. I don’t mean when you felt anxiety or nervousness. I’m talking about the heart-racing, I-can’t-think-or-breathe kind of fear that makes you feel sick to your stomach. When I ask that question of my...
by Norma Thatcher | Sep 5, 2017 | Inspirational, Leadership, Marketing, Public speaking, Thought provoking
In a recent training class, the instructor asked students how we deal with stress; what coping mechanisms do we apply? Part of my response was asking for help when I need it. That portion was mostly targeted toward my entrepreneurial career. Although Lifted Up...
