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The Best Boss Ever
Who was your best boss? Who was your worst boss? Make a list of the qualities you like and don’t like in a boss and study it so that you can use it if you ever interview at another organization.
Dan Chiodo
May 29, 2023
Does it Have to Be a Working Vacation?
It’s time for vacation. How are going to unplug, enjoy yourself and NOT think about work?
Dan Chiodo
May 22, 2023
Do Presentations like a Tap Dance
We should look at our presentations like performances. If you were performing, wouldn’t you want everything to go well to provide the best experience possible for your audience? Here we provide the tips to make you successful.
Dan Chiodo
May 15, 2023
Here’s What Makes Our Experience Special!
If you had a kiosk on an island and you were trying to generate business from tourists, what would you do?
Dan Chiodo
May 8, 2023
The Roughest Can Be the Best
What have some of your worst situations or difficult people you have had to deal with taught you? You may be better because you had to go through those situations.
Dan Chiodo
April 24, 2023
I Can See Clearly Now
Approach some of the challenges you face like you would an eye exam. If things aren’t clear, you try different things until they work.
Dan Chiodo
April 17, 2023
How to Serve Up Your Criticism
Are you a person who can deliver a criticism in a way that will build a person up and help them do their best? Read this blog to learn how to motivate people to do better.
Dan Chiodo
April 10, 2023
Let’s Begin the Second Quarter Right!
If you don’t have a map for your organization’s future you may never get close to where you want to be. Consider a more methodical approach to each Quarter so that you will be able to celebrate the end of the year.
Dan Chiodo
March 27, 2023
I Choose Excitement, Laughter & Warmth
Look and listen to what you see and hear at your organization. Does it have excitement, surprise and delight so that people want to return to do business there? Maybe it’s time to make some changes.
Dan Chiodo
March 20, 2023
Shorten Your Meetings This Year
How long are your meetings? Have you ever added up how much time you spend in meetings each week? Maybe it’s time.
Dan Chiodo
February 27, 2023
You May Not Be a Workaholic
If you work hard, learn to work smart. Take regular breaks to refresh and do your best work ever.
Dan Chiodo
February 20, 2023
What Do You Do with Your Time If You Now Shop On-Line?
Why not make this the year that you save time in many ways so that you can win back some time that can be essential to your success?
Dan Chiodo
February 13, 2023
Make Your Down Time Count!
What have you done lately that is a proactive move because of something going on in your field? Be the trend-setter who is always prepared.
Dan Chiodo
January 30, 2023
Are You the First One at Work?
Arriving to work early is something that can change your attitude and method of operating for the entire day.
Dan Chiodo
January 16, 2023
Do ‘Commitments’ This Year
As you start your year, think of approaching what you want to achieve in an entirely different way. Sign up for my COMPLIMENTARY SESSION and receive the official copyrighted guide that will help you achieve success in 2023.
Dan Chiodo
January 9, 2023
Is New Year’s a Big Deal to You?
It’s time to start the New Year in a great way. Put some thought in it and get ready to live the way you’ve always dreamed you could.
Dan Chiodo
December 26, 2022
Would You Come Back a Second Time?
This is the last of a two-part blog which asks you whether you would visit Coffee Shop #2 a second time. (Last week I described Coffee Shop #1 and asked you that same question.)
Dan Chiodo
December 19, 2022
Would You Come Back a Second Time?
This is the first in a series. Read about this coffee shop and. Answer the question as to whether you would visit a second time.
Dan Chiodo
December 12, 2022
“Oh No! I’ve Run Out of Ideas!”
What do you do if you hit a dry spell? Don’t quit. There are plenty of great ideas on the other side.
Dan Chiodo
November 28, 2022
Are You Dressed for Success?
How do you dress for work— even if you are at home. Your attire can determine your level of performance and energy, so consider it carefully.
Dan Chiodo
November 21, 2022
No-Holes-Barred November for a Delightful December
Do you sometimes feel like you’re swamped the last day of the week from things piling up from work still undone from the prior days in the week? Here’s something to consider to help eliminate some stress.
Dan Chiodo
November 14, 2022
How Do You Stay One Step Ahead?
Want five ideas to keep your customers doing business with you. Read this blog!
Dan Chiodo
October 31, 2022
That One File is Calling Your Name
When you go on vacation, can you block work out of your mind and truly relax? Read this blog to see what relaxation can do for you.
Dan Chiodo
October 24, 2022
Are You Recognizing Someone Special?
Who is a person that you should be thanking that you may have lost sight of as you work hard each day? How’s the time to thank them.
Dan Chiodo
October 17, 2022
Sometimes You’re Just Stuck!
Have you ever felt stuck? Take a look at this method to help you get unstuck and making progress again.
Dan Chiodo
October 10, 2022
He’s Still Running Strong!
Who are the people in your life that you may not know, yet they are out and about each day, creating a nurturing and fulfilling part of your life? Say hello to them when you see them today.
Dan Chiodo
September 26, 2022
It’s the Little Things that are the Biggest
What is one little thing you could do today to make someone’s day memorable?
Dan Chiodo
September 19, 2022
The Island Bum
If you had a t-shirt, would it say “Beach Bum” or another kind of bum. What activity do you get lost in every time you do it.
Dan Chiodo
September 12, 2022
Ask Yourself What YOU Could Have Done Better
: When something goes wrong, How often do you ask yourself what you could have done better or have presented the situation?
Dan Chiodo
August 29, 2022
You’re Still Young!
Are you energized about life or is it time to do a reboot and make sure you are enthusiastically looking toward all the great things that await you?
Dan Chiodo
August 22, 2022
It’s Time for ‘Do It Different Day’
It’s that time of year when you need to think about doing some things differently. Check this blog for some new ideas to try.
Dan Chiodo
August 15, 2022
Are You Having Fun Yet?
You may have heard the phrase “Are we having fun yet?” Think about that phrase and ask yourself whether you are enjoying life to its fullest.
Dan Chiodo
August 8, 2022
It’s Time to Have Some Fun… DON’T BE A PENNY-PINCHER
When is the last time you spent a few dollars for your team (and you) to have a good time together? It is worth every penny.
Dan Chiodo
July 25, 2022
Don’t Become One of the Working Retired
Do you know anyone who is a member of the WRC (Working Retired Club)? This refers to people who are still being paid, but have one foot out the door to retirement.
Dan Chiodo
July 18, 2022
What’s On Deck for You?
Today is special. You are going to learn how to use the ON DECK list that I just invented. It will help you breeze through the day!
Dan Chiodo
July 11, 2022
“Welcome to the Family!”
Welcome people to your organization like they’re family. They will not only feel a part of things, but they will probably bring others to your door.
Dan Chiodo
June 27, 2022
Enthusiasm does make the difference, doesn’t it?
What are you achieving lately? Not just at work, but in life, too. Sometimes we’re doing great things and we don’t even realize it.
Dan Chiodo
June 20, 2022
"How to Bring Happy Hour to Work"
What does Happy Hour mean to you? How could you do a better job of bringing that Happy Hour feeling to work?
Dan Chiodo
June 13, 2022
Watch Your Style of Waiting in Line
You may not have thought of what to do when you are waiting in line, but here are some ideas to consider.
Dan Chiodo
May 30, 2022
“Sprinkle Kindness Like Confetti”
Mark February 17 on your calendar. It’s Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day.
Dan Chiodo
May 23, 2022
"Shake Up Your Usual"
When is the last time you tried something new? Maybe today is the day you should put some changes into your life.
Dan Chiodo
May 16, 2022
"We Put Years of Thought into Where We’re Growing"
Get ready to extract things from a quote about growth. It’s applicable for your organization AND your life.
Dan Chiodo
May 9, 2022
There’s Nothing that Has to Be Done Right Now
Chances are you are constantly thinking about what has to be done in your life. What do you do to relax and unwind?
Dan Chiodo
April 25, 2022
It Seemed like a Big Deal at the Time
So many little things are not as important as we originally thought. They keep us from accomplishing some important goals in life.
Dan Chiodo
April 18, 2022
People Love Your Loyalty Program
Loyalty programs are sometimes seen as something for big organizations, but what about smaller organizations. Shouldn’t they be thanking their customers, too?
Dan Chiodo
April 11, 2022
It’s Always a Perfect Time to Recalibrate
Are you leading or working the way you want to, or is the a new level that you should be seeking?
Dan Chiodo
March 28, 2022
Would You Hire This Person?
Today’s blog presents a question that we should each ask ourselves about each person we encounter in our customer service experiences.
Dan Chiodo
March 21, 2022
It’s Not Too Late for a “Word for the Year
Make this the year you come up with your own individual Word or Phrase to guide you all through 2022.
Dan Chiodo
March 14, 2022
‘Any Fool Could Cut Costs’
How does a person running an organization keep their eye on developing new products and revenues, instead of just cutting costs? Look at some ideas that could help you with this situation in this Facebook post.
Dan Chiodo
February 28, 2022
What Do You Do that is Extravagant?
Sometimes we are so busy that we never take time to pamper ourselves. Relaxation is essential if we are going to do the best work we are capable of.
Dan Chiodo
February 21, 2022
The Time to Do It is Now!
There is no time like the present. The question is whether you are seeing all the value it has in making your life more fulfilling and moving toward true happiness.
Dan Chiodo
February 14, 2022
So That’s Where You Get Your Questions
What is a question you’ve asked yourself lately that helped you look at life (or yourself) a little differently? Be sure to look for great questions and answer them to improve your life.
Dan Chiodo
January 31, 2022
Coaching Big for Small Business
In this guest blog, Davida Turley, the digital manager at Storm Cloud Marketing, talks about how rewarding working with an executive coach has been for both her and the agency.
Guest Author
January 24, 2022
Do You Ask Your Customers Good Questions?
What have you done lately that is a proactive move because of something going on in your field? Be the trend-setter who is always prepared.
Dan Chiodo
January 17, 2022
Become a Productivity Powerhouse
Here’s what you need to know to start the year out right. Why settle for what’s done by the rest, when you could peak perform to become the best?
Dan Chiodo
January 10, 2022
Is Your Presentation like Perfume?
Take a whiff of your favorite perfume or cologne and ask yourself why it makes you feel so good. Then, think about how you communicate. Do you give people the same feeling?
Dan Chiodo
December 27, 2021
Keeping the Good Ones
When was the last time you thanked a customer for their business— especially the ones who have been with you for a long time? Now is the perfect time to do it.
Dan Chiodo
December 20, 2021
Do You Know How to Use Situational Leadership?
What is your natural leadership style? Do you know how to use if effectively? How about all the leadership styles? Are you familiar with them and able to use them? This post will give you the initial ideas you need to get started.
Dan Chiodo
December 13, 2021
Build the Quality You Want
Why does a person start a business? How do they develop passion for what they do? Do they still have that passion or is it time for them to do something else?
Dan Chiodo
November 29, 2021
Why Not Offer More than Ever Before?
Now that we’re beyond COVID, it’s time to step things up and offer more than ever before.
Dan Chiodo
November 22, 2021
Set the Tone for Success
What does your tone sound like? How about the tone of the people in your organization? Is it what you want it to be? Maybe now is the time to do a turn-around if needed.
Dan Chiodo
November 15, 2021
Recreate Your Job, Your Life or Yourself
What does it mean to re-create yourself? This blog will help you understand the concept.
Dan Chiodo
November 8, 2021
Part I: Changing My Cha-Cha Behavior
Learning how to dance is a good way to see how quick you are to learn new things and how long you can retain them.
Dan Chiodo
October 18, 2021
All Eyes On Me?
Have you become a slave to your cell phone? Are you starting to spend too much time looking at it at work? This may be the thing that ruins your career.
Dan Chiodo
October 11, 2021
Is Your Presentation like Perfume?
Take a whiff of your favorite perfume or cologne and ask yourself why it makes you feel so good. Then, think about how you communicate. Do you give people the same feeling?
Dan Chiodo
September 27, 2021
A Reward for Your Loyalty
Loyalty programs are sometimes seen as something for big organizations, but what about smaller organizations? Shouldn’t they be thanking their customers, too?
Dan Chiodo
September 20, 2021
Act Like It’s the First Time
You are probably facing lots of “firsts” after COVID. So, what might you do differently to get better results?
Dan Chiodo
September 13, 2021
Follow Your Own Footsteps
Think about all you could accomplish if you put your mind to it. Some of the things you do are strategies you learned from the mentors in your life. Others are ideas you’ve figured out for yourself. Combine these two areas so that you can see the effective person you are becoming.
Dan Chiodo
August 30, 2021
Don’t Be Afraid to Question Yourself
Sometimes when you do things for a long time, you don’t always question them and think about whether there would be a better way. This blog asks you eight questions that might help you consider changes that bring better results than you are presently getting.
Dan Chiodo
August 23, 2021
Offer What the Customer Wants
This is a great time to examine your customer service, as well as the products and services that your organization offers.
Dan Chiodo
August 16, 2021
We Should ‘Live Life like a Dog Does’
Have you ever observed dogs and watched them in action? There are so many things that we can learn from them. In this post, we point out some of the positive attributes of dogs and how we could be more like them.
Dan Chiodo
August 9, 2021
Maintain a ‘Clear Space’ Each Day
Close the door. Pour your favorite drink. Begin thinking about all the future possibilities for your business and your life.
Dan Chiodo
July 26, 2021
Can You Change On a Dime?
This just in: You need to be able to “change on a dime” if you want to stay in business after the COVID-19 period. Are you ready and able to do that?
Dan Chiodo
July 19, 2021
What Will Your New World Look Like?
What are some important questions you should be asking about your organization in order to operate in this new “After COVID-19” world?
Dan Chiodo
July 12, 2021
Do Your People Love Working for You?
Does your team love working for you? Ask these specific questions to find out and adjust what you do to make them not only happier, but more effective.
Dan Chiodo
June 28, 2021
‘I’ve Got This!’
It takes courage to feel so strongly about something that you are prepared to say “I’ve got this.” But when you do, you become a better version of yourself.
Dan Chiodo
June 21, 2021
Where Do You Go to Get Away?
This could be the perfect time to relax and re-set your mind to enjoy a life where you are more effective than ever before.
Dan Chiodo
June 14, 2021
What’s Your Pivot Factor?
Some organizations had never thought about “The Pivot”. Rate yourself using our Pivot Factor guide to find out how you could become more successful at this strategy.
Dan Chiodo
May 31, 2021
10 Steps to Handling an Angry Person
Learn this 10 Step Method to Handling an Anger Person. The more you use it, the more you will win experience and get positive results with challenging situations.
Dan Chiodo
May 24, 2021
"Great Minds Think Unalike"
How can we ever achieve our peak performance if we don’t challenge ourselves to do things differently?
Dan Chiodo
May 17, 2021
I Want This More than You Do
Let’s be candid about how much effort you are putting into learning new things that can help your performance. This blog may help you get back into the game and make some great things happen for yourself.
Dan Chiodo
May 10, 2021
‘The Windows Are Dirty. We Can’t Eat There.’
Are your “windows clean” or do you need to check out some of the parts of your business and bring things up to par (especially considered good your competition)?
Dan Chiodo
April 26, 2021
What’s Black ‘n Red and Read All Over?
In the last blog, we explained the Black ‘n Red book. In this one we list some of the things you could be thinking about to help make your dreams come true.
Dan Chiodo
April 19, 2021
What’s Black ‘n Red and Read All Over?
When is the last time you spent time listing what comes out of your brain. Consider a Red n’ Black book to start recording your most creative thinking.
Dan Chiodo
April 12, 2021
2020 Hardened You for A Great Year
2020 taught many of us how to pivot and create success, even facing obstacles. What are your pivots to create success in 2021?
Dan Chiodo
March 29, 2021
How Do You & Your Team Go Over the Top?
Do you have something special that you do that people remember you for?
Dan Chiodo
March 22, 2021
What’s on Your Bucket List?
With this blog, you will want to get ready to start completing things on your Bucket List. Life is short!
Dan Chiodo
March 15, 2021
Eternity is Not Down Here
Saying less rather than more can sometimes pay off. Read this blog to cut down your message to something manageable by the audience you are trying to reach.
Dan Chiodo
March 8, 2021
“If It’s Not Great, It’s Not Good Enough”
Here’s a way for you to plan how you will take all the good things going on in your life and make them GREAT.
Dan Chiodo
February 22, 2021
Are You One of the Best in your Industry?
What have you done lately that is a proactive move because of something going on in your field? Be the trend-setter who is always prepared.
Dan Chiodo
February 8, 2021
Make Their Day! (Part Two)
Sometimes it is the little things we do for customers to really make a difference in their day (or lives). Check out these ideas for surprising and delighting them.
Dan Chiodo
January 25, 2021
Make Their Day! (Part One)
Think about the many ways you could really make a difference in someone’s life and make this the year you do it.
Dan Chiodo
January 18, 2021
Get the Most Out of This New Year!
Handling the ONE THING the most important could be the most important strategy you put in place this year.
Dan Chiodo
January 11, 2021
Come on… Freely Debate Me!
The best organizational cultures are ones that invite diversified points of view. Ask your team the questions in this blog to test their ability to disagree.
Dan Chiodo
December 21, 2020
‘Some of My Best Dishes Were Mistakes’
Sometimes mistakes lead to something great. Read this post to consider mistakes you have made that turned into something great.
Dan Chiodo
December 21, 2020
Two Lists that Could Be Very Revealing
Every year has the chance of being a great one if you truly examine not only what the new year will be, but what the past year looked like.
Dan Chiodo
December 14, 2020
You Miss 100% of the Shots You Don’t Take
Make now the time that you try something that until not you’ve not had the courage to do BUT that might yield great results.
Dan Chiodo
November 30, 2020
Just How Happy Are You to See Me?
It’s time to wake up and make sure that we hold on to every potential customer by showing them we care.
Dan Chiodo
November 23, 2020
Find Someone You Trust to Give Your Ideas a ‘Wash’
Just like spring cleaning, maybe we need a “clean up” of what we say and do so that we can move to a higher level of performance.
Dan Chiodo
November 16, 2020
They’re Looking at Your Social Media Posts
Why take the chance of offending people. Isn’t business hard enough today without doing that?
Dan Chiodo
November 9, 2020