Monday Morning Mojo

When disaster strikes, it is easy to feel discouraged and lose sight of the bigger picture. However, maintaining a strong, positive attitude and using the time to continue working towards your goals …

We have all found ourselves in a rut of “sameness” at some point in our lives. During these periods, it is essential that we allow ourselves to seek new opportunities and experiences.

Whether it’s a …

This season of college football recruiting inspires us to consider the necessary tactics to recruit motivated and intelligent new employees for our own firms. When you truly have done a good job recr…

This morning, we celebrate the kick-off of the 7th season of our weekly, Monday Morning Mojo. Phil begins by reminiscing and sharing some of your favorite episodes over the years.

In the season opene…

The qualities that build an exceptional person cannot be enumerated or quantified; there is no algorithm to achieve “greatness.” By contributing even a small percentage more in your day-to-day activi…

The strain that we put on ourselves to accomplish a specific goal or to achieve a certain promotion is often misplaced. In fact, it is usually the goals and promotions that we don’t achieve that end …

Experiencing turbulence can give you feelings of regret and remorse for taking on that particular obstacle. However, enduring these intense moments can also provide you with the focus and confidence …

Can small acts make a big difference? Sometimes, the little, obscure moments teach us the most powerful lessons and are vital to our growth.

When we act to be helpful, no matter the size of the task,…

Building the right financial plan for your client is a lot like building a new house. There is no “cookie-cutter” plan that will fit each client. Each individual or family has distinct characteristic…

In the face of a loss, do you allow yourself to wallow in disappointment? Or, do you quickly dust off your shoulders and get back to work? The way we react to the adversity in our lives speaks volume…

The arrival of the holiday season calls us to retell and reminisce on the classic stories that bring us comfort each year. No matter how many times they are told, these stories continue to shine ligh…

In life, few things can get you through the tough moments like having a good sense of humor and knowing that no matter the circumstance, your close friends and family will have your back. Any gesture…

With the passing of such a monumental figure as George H.W. Bush, we are called to reflect on the legacy he left behind. Bush exercised prudence in his decision making and worked diligently to improv…

As consumers, we are often quick to adapt to "good things." We appreciate innovations that add value to our lives, such as those that maximize our time and minimize our effort. But, is too much of a …

Every day, we each engage in a variety of activities, many of which are essential to conducting our professional lives while others simply are not. Unfortunately, habit and routine can cause non-esse…

What are you thankful for? While this is a question we should ask ourselves throughout the year, this season especially calls us to take a moment to reflect. Although it can be hard to find time in t…

We all seek the comfort of familiarity in our work.  Be it the clients we serve, the conversations we have, or the systems we use.  Disrupting the status quo can trigger stress and a lack of confiden…

Relationships are tied to shared experiences, times, events, and encounters that have created narratives in our lives. This same tendency holds true in our professional relationships. Experiences mat…

The neighborhood "fix-it-guru" has the ability to improve regular objects to a condition even better than brand new; are you doing the same for your clients?

In today's episode, we explore the import…

In today’s tense political climate, it can seem impossible to hold calm and productive conversation with people who have contrasting views from you. However, by being open to these discussions, you w…