5 Reasons Why a Strategic Plan is NOT Enough!

“Vision without Action is a daydream.  Action without Vision is a nightmare.”  -Japanese Proverb Our daughter is a certified professional chef.  Whenever I accompany her in the kitchen, I am amazed as she combines various ingredients – some of which I think should not normally go together.  She knows which are great combinations based on […]

Motivation. More than a Flavor of the Month!

by Kathleen M. Randall, CSP   Leaders and Managers are constantly looking for what is the newest and best way to motivate their people. It’s like looking for the Flavor of the Month! During our leadership training and coaching, we challenge people to motivate others by leading rather than just managing. True leadership involves the desire to dig deeper and start […]

It’s time for Spring planting!

by Jack C. Randall, CIC, PCLA, PFMM Planning or Planting. Is now the best time for both… or not ? Whether you are a full-fledged farmer or just a weekend warrior gardener, everyone knows the very best time of the year to plant is in the spring.  Generally speaking, a rule to plant by is […]

7 Ways to LOSE Your Best People

by Kathleen M. Randall, CSP © Randall Resources International 2013 www.RandallResourcesInt.com 1. Hire smart people— Then require them to funnel all decisions through you for your approval. Okay smarty. You’re intelligent so you naturally hired intelligent people! Now learn to let go and let them navigate the decisions. But keep in mind, part of growing […]

Leading and Serving Others Starts with YOU…

Do you really love your life? by Jack C. Randall, CIC, PCLA, PFMM Valentines Day! … the traditional time we dedicate to focus on our love for our sweetheart and others we hold especially dear.  Some simply display their affection outwardly in flowers, cards, candy, or glittery gifts.  However, it is meant to get deeper […]

Looking for a gift that will last a lifetime?

Are you living a life with maximum impact and purpose? I am excited to officially introduce you to my new book— Man In The Windmill: Perceptions, Choices, and Pursuing Your Calling. This book was written to challenge, motivate, and inspire your heart in 3 insightful ways: To influence others through the knowledge and pursuit of […]

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year? 5 Steps to Keep Your Cool and Avoid Melt-Down During the Holiday Season

-by Kathleen Randall, CSP Randall Resources International “It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” Or so the song goes. With the holidays underway and ramping into high gear, many of us are over-extended and just one step away from an emotional melt-down! We’re over-worked, over-taxed, over-looked, and have less sleep, less time, and less […]

How’s Your Vision?

– by Jack C. Randall, CIC, PCLA, PFMM   The room was packed with a team of agents ready for my presentation on the new policy forms.  We were all set to begin, but there was still one vacant chair up front.  “Why can’t that guy be on time?” I muttered.  After a delayed start, […]