by Jean Franzblau Consulting Blog | Oct 20, 2008 | From the Speaker's Circuit
My largest client, SkillPath Seminars, gives me a tremendous opportunity for surprise and adventure. It begins with an email that asks, “Are you available to go to such-and-such a city on such-and-such a date?” Then I answer, “Sure.” It’s only then, when I’ve...
by Jean Franzblau Consulting Blog | Oct 8, 2008 | One Opinion
I must be out of sync with the news – I’m so happy lately. I must be out of sync with my country – I’m more hopeful than ever. My optimism isn’t that everything will stay the same. It’s that change is happening, and it’s...
by Jean Franzblau Consulting Blog | Oct 1, 2008 | One Minute Note
Looking for a pick-me-up? Notice who you hang out with. Go through your personal phone book and ask yourself this question: after spending time with this person, do I feel neutral, depleted or energized? My prescription for pep: Increase time spent with those...
by Jean Franzblau Consulting Blog | Sep 28, 2008 | One Minute Note
“Can I tell you something?” asks my friend Jack as he helps me unload my suitcases. “Sure” I say unsurely. “You’d better go brush your teeth.” Waves of embarrassment hit me. I drop what I’m doing and march back to my sink. I’m already aware; though I do all the...
by Jean Franzblau Consulting Blog | Sep 27, 2008 | One Minute Note
Do you find yourself not enjoying summer time as much as when you were a kid? Perhaps you’re taking life too seriously. Get out your “List of 100 Fun Activities” and choose something on it to do. Don’t have one yet? Here’s how you can create yours: Step 1: Make a...
