Creating Success In Economic Crisis

Judy’s Gold Star Action: Seek advice, make communication a number one priority, extend yourself, ask questions, listen to the answers and then take action. Be brave enough to embrace change and trust yourself.
First Impression: You couldn’t help but notice the lively, outgoing woman interacting with people just before the Town Hall meeting began. Within a [...]

Attention Entrepreneurs: What Does It Take to Go From Basket Ball Star to a Business Champion?

“Legendary Leaders” Series, Part 2

Gold Star Action: Dream big and work hard to make your dreams come true is not a new concept.  Magic Johnson tells you not just what you need to do, but how to do it.  What is it you really want? When people come to Startegic to re-invent themselves, we [...]

Congratulations President Obama! From a Keynote to the White House

The inauguration of the 44th President will go down as one of the greatest moments in the history of the United States.  While everyone agrees President Barack Obama has his work cut out for him, his inauguration proved to be one of the most emotional days for Americans everywhere.  At times seeming both an inauguration [...]

“What Makes Your Business Successful?” Bill Marriott’s Answer Might Surprise You

Legendary leader, Bill Marriott, Jr., was asked that question at a recent conference.  His answer was brief:  “Communication, Communication, Communication.” I had the opportunity to speak at the same conference in New York with Mr. Marriott.  As a former television reporter, my instinctual “need to tell the story” role kicked in and I took note [...]

Miracle on the Hudson with Thanks and Gratitude

Congratulations with gratitude, to US Airway’s miracle landing in the frigid Hudson River off New York City yesterday. All 155 passengers and crew members lived through the watery landing in what might have been a “no survivors” tragedy thanks to the heroic leadership of pilot Chesley B. “Sully” Sullenberger III, co-pilot Jeff Skiles and [...]