Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Monday, June 25, 2012
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Friday, May 25, 2012
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Monday, May 14, 2012
Need a Podiatrist
Needing to find a Podiatrist (somewhere in/around Lexington, MO and KC area).
If you know, can recommend one, please do!
Thanx, Booker
913.232.0244 / doug@bookertraining.com
If you know, can recommend one, please do!
Thanx, Booker
913.232.0244 / doug@bookertraining.com
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Friday, May 11, 2012
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Few quick Thought-Adjusters
...Life is Good, tough but Good
...Smile, it could be Worse & You know it
...Do not dwell on being Right
...Say you are Sorry
...Fix a weak Relationship, now
You will feel so much better afterwards
...Smile some more, laugh at You
...Catch me up about YOU!
'People don't care how much you know until first they know how much you care."
This is TRUE, Booker
...Smile, it could be Worse & You know it
...Do not dwell on being Right
...Say you are Sorry
...Fix a weak Relationship, now
You will feel so much better afterwards
...Smile some more, laugh at You
...Catch me up about YOU!
'People don't care how much you know until first they know how much you care."
This is TRUE, Booker
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Want a friend, just ask or be one first!
I was doing some studying about People, my Leadership work, Relations in the Workplace, etc.
I wanted to share a little that I read (below). It made me think of these life experiences first of all:
Who do you want as your friend?
We asked others to be their friend in kindergarten? We asked someone we wanted to go out with us, be our special friend, in our growing up years? We now these days even on that Facebook-thing, we ask others to be our friend/to enter into a friendship of some sort.
Humans may ignore you or choose not to be your friend, we have all had that happen huh?
(like here on Facebook, which seems strange to say I do not want to be someone's friend?!?)...
The ultimate #1 relationship we can seek in my opinion is that with God, with Jesus. And also I am pretty sure, HE (unlike we humans) never says no!
Jesus said, “If you, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask Him?” (Luke 11:13).
God is not going to force something on you that you do not want. There has to be that desire. God will not violate your free will. He has given you a free will. If He would violate it, then there is really no free will. So you must ask the Lord for the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Throughout the Bible we are told to ask. Jesus, in the Sermon on the Mount said, “Your heavenly Father knows what you have need of before you ask Him” (Matthew 6:8).
And then later on in the sermon He said, “Now ask and you shall receive. Seek and you shall find. Knock and it shall be opened” (Matthew 7:7).
...We must initiate. We must ask. We must seek.
...So God has many things for us; however, we must ask.
Just sharing some studying I was into; wonder how this ties into Leadership Development, Workplace Relationships, etc?
I am thinking that if THAT relationship is solid with HIM, all of these relations down here will be better...?
Glad you are my friend, and really glad HE is mine as well, BOOKER
I wanted to share a little that I read (below). It made me think of these life experiences first of all:
Who do you want as your friend?
We asked others to be their friend in kindergarten? We asked someone we wanted to go out with us, be our special friend, in our growing up years? We now these days even on that Facebook-thing, we ask others to be our friend/to enter into a friendship of some sort.
Humans may ignore you or choose not to be your friend, we have all had that happen huh?
(like here on Facebook, which seems strange to say I do not want to be someone's friend?!?)...
The ultimate #1 relationship we can seek in my opinion is that with God, with Jesus. And also I am pretty sure, HE (unlike we humans) never says no!
Jesus said, “If you, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask Him?” (Luke 11:13).
God is not going to force something on you that you do not want. There has to be that desire. God will not violate your free will. He has given you a free will. If He would violate it, then there is really no free will. So you must ask the Lord for the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Throughout the Bible we are told to ask. Jesus, in the Sermon on the Mount said, “Your heavenly Father knows what you have need of before you ask Him” (Matthew 6:8).
And then later on in the sermon He said, “Now ask and you shall receive. Seek and you shall find. Knock and it shall be opened” (Matthew 7:7).
...We must initiate. We must ask. We must seek.
...So God has many things for us; however, we must ask.
Just sharing some studying I was into; wonder how this ties into Leadership Development, Workplace Relationships, etc?
I am thinking that if THAT relationship is solid with HIM, all of these relations down here will be better...?
Glad you are my friend, and really glad HE is mine as well, BOOKER
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
AAdv MSFT IT Technical Trainers needed
..if you have interest in this, contact me and I will connect you further..
Subject: AAdv MSFT IT Technical Trainers needed
Importance: High
For Doug
Skills- needs to be advanced skills and knowledge for MSFT Products- IT Technical Trainers
Our Client is looking for trainers for Microsoft OEMs in a couple of different locations in support of upcoming Windows 8 releases to Microsoft OEMs. Locations include:
· China
· Korea
· Taiwan
· Japan
· Possibly others –
Microsoft will primarily supply the training content, but there may be add’l courses developed. Trainers will need to be able to speak the local language as well as English and be comfortable with the technical content..........[MORE]?
Subject: AAdv MSFT IT Technical Trainers needed
Importance: High
For Doug
Skills- needs to be advanced skills and knowledge for MSFT Products- IT Technical Trainers
Our Client is looking for trainers for Microsoft OEMs in a couple of different locations in support of upcoming Windows 8 releases to Microsoft OEMs. Locations include:
· China
· Korea
· Taiwan
· Japan
· Possibly others –
Microsoft will primarily supply the training content, but there may be add’l courses developed. Trainers will need to be able to speak the local language as well as English and be comfortable with the technical content..........[MORE]?
Friday, April 27, 2012
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Monday, April 23, 2012
AUTO AUCTION, fwding
.......I have nothing to do with this; just thought it might be good info for someone...
AUTO AUCTION / ALL STAR TOW
990 S 68th Street Kansas City KS
To satisfy possessor lien, the following impounded vehicles and personal property will be auctioned
SOLD AS IS WHERE IS on:
Tuesday April 24th 2012 10:00 AM
Hiatt Auction
Col. Dan Hiatt
913-963-1729
www.hiattauction.com
REGISTRATION: 8:55 AM PREVIEW: 9:00 AM AUCTION BEGINS AT 10:00 AM
AUTO AUCTION / ALL STAR TOW
990 S 68th Street Kansas City KS
To satisfy possessor lien, the following impounded vehicles and personal property will be auctioned
SOLD AS IS WHERE IS on:
Tuesday April 24th 2012 10:00 AM
Hiatt Auction
Col. Dan Hiatt
913-963-1729
www.hiattauction.com
REGISTRATION: 8:55 AM PREVIEW: 9:00 AM AUCTION BEGINS AT 10:00 AM
Is it about YOU or THEM?
When life is at its VERY BEST, I am focused on others - outside of ME! Several things have brought this to light lately, some things that made me go hmmmmm:
So many things come to mind, to include a dynamic that really amazes me about PEOPLE. Have you ever walked just next to someone, right by them, passing them and said HELLO and they just totally did not respond? Now stranger or not, when someone says HELLO, how could you not respond?
WhatsUpWithThatAnyway? BTW, if I ever do that to you, plz grab me and shake me, I am getting ready to walk into traffic unknowingly!
...The absolute worst times in my life have been when I was focused inwardly; my issues and concerns. My self worth seems best when I am/can be focused on OTHERS struggles...
...How abou the customer service rep, waiter/waitress sharing his/her excuses/woes vs taking care of the customer?
....Are we not soooooo much better at judging others than ourselves!?! Does this fit here?
...Heard a radio show about some of the latest thinking on kids receiving constant praising and how it can actually be a very damaging thing. Teaches that everything is about ME, I, ...THEM!
...All this must tie into this whole VICTIMIZATION society we now live within, huh?
...Reminds me of my days as a military commander and how it was a principle when we were eating a meal out in the field - the soldiers ate first.
....When the elevator opens do we rush in or wait for others to come out? When we are in a discussion or argument, do we listen first?
...If you are a leader having to make a decision, do you see what THEY think first?
I am guessing before long, we will see people walking around and without being asked anything, they will just be saying I AM FINE. ME ME ME...
I am still working on that whole ignoring someone when they have just said HELLO?!!? Maybe it is just me, but do you have to know someone to return a greeting or even initiate it?
People are amazing, you gotta love US,...oops, I mean THEM! Gods best this day my friend and HELLO!?????????????????????
Booker
So many things come to mind, to include a dynamic that really amazes me about PEOPLE. Have you ever walked just next to someone, right by them, passing them and said HELLO and they just totally did not respond? Now stranger or not, when someone says HELLO, how could you not respond?
WhatsUpWithThatAnyway? BTW, if I ever do that to you, plz grab me and shake me, I am getting ready to walk into traffic unknowingly!
...The absolute worst times in my life have been when I was focused inwardly; my issues and concerns. My self worth seems best when I am/can be focused on OTHERS struggles...
...How abou the customer service rep, waiter/waitress sharing his/her excuses/woes vs taking care of the customer?
....Are we not soooooo much better at judging others than ourselves!?! Does this fit here?
...Heard a radio show about some of the latest thinking on kids receiving constant praising and how it can actually be a very damaging thing. Teaches that everything is about ME, I, ...THEM!
...All this must tie into this whole VICTIMIZATION society we now live within, huh?
...Reminds me of my days as a military commander and how it was a principle when we were eating a meal out in the field - the soldiers ate first.
....When the elevator opens do we rush in or wait for others to come out? When we are in a discussion or argument, do we listen first?
...If you are a leader having to make a decision, do you see what THEY think first?
I am guessing before long, we will see people walking around and without being asked anything, they will just be saying I AM FINE. ME ME ME...
I am still working on that whole ignoring someone when they have just said HELLO?!!? Maybe it is just me, but do you have to know someone to return a greeting or even initiate it?
People are amazing, you gotta love US,...oops, I mean THEM! Gods best this day my friend and HELLO!?????????????????????
Booker
Friday, April 20, 2012
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Persevering & Enjoying the Journey
Enjoy your journey today & every day!
It is about the NOW; the choices & decisions made & where we go from here that matters...
James 1:2-4 (NIV) Consider it pure joy whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Have a good ride today. God's best, Booker
It is about the NOW; the choices & decisions made & where we go from here that matters...
James 1:2-4 (NIV) Consider it pure joy whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Have a good ride today. God's best, Booker
Enjoy your journey today & every day! It is about the NOW; the choices & decisions made & where we go from here that matters... James 1:2-4 (NIV) Consider it pure joy whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Monday, April 16, 2012
Knowledge vs Wisdom
...Knowledge is the accumulation of facts -
Wisdom is the proper use of those facts....
>Heard that somewhere recently, just sharing!
Wisdom is the proper use of those facts....
>Heard that somewhere recently, just sharing!
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Law of the Garbage Truck
LAW OF THE GARBAGE TRUCK ...
One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport
We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right in front of us.
My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by just inches!
The driver of the other car whipped his head around and started yelling at us.
My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy.
And I mean, he was really friendly.
So I asked, 'Why did you just do that?
This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital!'
This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call,
'The Law of the Garbage Truck.'
He explained that many people are like garbage trucks.
They run around full of garbage, full of frustration, full of anger, and full of disappointment.
As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it and sometimes they'll dump it on you.
Don't take it personally.
Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on.
Don't take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets.
The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day.
Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets,
so ... Love the people who treat you right.
Pray for the ones who don't.
Life is ten percent what you make it and ninety percent how you take it!
Have a garbage-free day!
One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport
We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right in front of us.
My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by just inches!
The driver of the other car whipped his head around and started yelling at us.
My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy.
And I mean, he was really friendly.
So I asked, 'Why did you just do that?
This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital!'
This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call,
'The Law of the Garbage Truck.'
He explained that many people are like garbage trucks.
They run around full of garbage, full of frustration, full of anger, and full of disappointment.
As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it and sometimes they'll dump it on you.
Don't take it personally.
Just smile, wave, wish them well, and move on.
Don't take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets.
The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day.
Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets,
so ... Love the people who treat you right.
Pray for the ones who don't.
Life is ten percent what you make it and ninety percent how you take it!
Have a garbage-free day!
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Couple things for KC Friends
1) I am in KC/city this Thursday morning open til 1130am; we need to re-connect, catch up, need some help...?
2) If you are a recent student of mine and graduating from local university where we met, let me know your graduation date/plans?
3) Seeking professional with interests in working on your own w/small hourly wage/big commission to market, sell, contact companies, coordinate, plan, THINK and develop networks for me (www.bookertraining.com).
Let me know if this is you/interested?
God's best, BOOKER
913.232.0244 / doug@bookertraining.com
2) If you are a recent student of mine and graduating from local university where we met, let me know your graduation date/plans?
3) Seeking professional with interests in working on your own w/small hourly wage/big commission to market, sell, contact companies, coordinate, plan, THINK and develop networks for me (www.bookertraining.com).
Let me know if this is you/interested?
God's best, BOOKER
913.232.0244 / doug@bookertraining.com
Monday, April 9, 2012
Job opportunity passing on...
Position: FCA National Director of Communications
March 2012
Contact: Judy Aimers, FCA Human Resources, jaimers@fca.org
The National Director of Communications is a multi-faceted position that requires someone with strong
leadership, strategic and teamwork skills with a passion for sports and the FCA ministry, along with an in-depth
understanding and experience in multi-channel communications so that we more effectively cultivate relationships, foster
spiritual growth and facilitate long-term engagement with FCA. This position synergistically works within the Communications
and Events Department (Marketing, the FCA magazine, National Events, Donor Services) as well as with other departments,
most closely with Ministry Programs, Digital Ministry and IT.
The Director should model the FCA Values of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence in serving the staff and
representing FCA both internally and externally.
Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS (Masters desired) with minimum 10 years general communications/public relations experience with strong
knowledge and application in digital channels
Strategic thinking and ability to execute at all levels of an organization
Strong people management skills and leadership
Strong interest in sports and preferably with previous involvement with FCA
Highly developed verbal, written and presentation skills
o Editing credentials with experience with AP style in both writing and editing
Experience in communications training a plus
Thrive in a lean, non-profit environment
Mature Christian
March 2012
Contact: Judy Aimers, FCA Human Resources, jaimers@fca.org
The National Director of Communications is a multi-faceted position that requires someone with strong
leadership, strategic and teamwork skills with a passion for sports and the FCA ministry, along with an in-depth
understanding and experience in multi-channel communications so that we more effectively cultivate relationships, foster
spiritual growth and facilitate long-term engagement with FCA. This position synergistically works within the Communications
and Events Department (Marketing, the FCA magazine, National Events, Donor Services) as well as with other departments,
most closely with Ministry Programs, Digital Ministry and IT.
The Director should model the FCA Values of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence in serving the staff and
representing FCA both internally and externally.
Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS (Masters desired) with minimum 10 years general communications/public relations experience with strong
knowledge and application in digital channels
Strategic thinking and ability to execute at all levels of an organization
Strong people management skills and leadership
Strong interest in sports and preferably with previous involvement with FCA
Highly developed verbal, written and presentation skills
o Editing credentials with experience with AP style in both writing and editing
Experience in communications training a plus
Thrive in a lean, non-profit environment
Mature Christian
Job in Lex, MO
The Health Care Collaborative of Rural Missouri in Lexington, MO has an opening for a part-time office assistant.
Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office, have the ability to work between the hours of 8:30-4:30 (M-F) and be willing to work in a fast paced office environment.
Qualified candidates should call Laurie Lichte at 660.259.2440 or submit a resume to laurie@hccnetwork.org
Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office, have the ability to work between the hours of 8:30-4:30 (M-F) and be willing to work in a fast paced office environment.
Qualified candidates should call Laurie Lichte at 660.259.2440 or submit a resume to laurie@hccnetwork.org
It is beginning to look a lot like
I was just remembering back just after Christmas, and how awesome it would be if we could keep the CHRISTMAS SPIRIT all year long. The same could be said for the spirit of folks at Easter time.
There is so much GOODness, PEACEfulness, LOVing, GIVEing, KINDness, SMILES, FOCUS on the RIGHT STUFF...in people's hearts at these times.
For all of us, our challenge is to keep a heart of CHRISTMAS & EASTER all the time maybe? Even on Mondays huh?
Sooooooo go HELP someone, GIVE someone something, FORGIVE them, ACCEPT 'em the way they are, ...that would be a great start! Especially for a Monday huh?
It does not mean that plenty of people, us and others are not hurting in various ways for sure. Whether it is our own hurts/pains or those of others, the right kind of spirit and mindset can be of help.
I am re-sharing something I read the other day down below...
My God's best to you and yours as we head toward Christmas-time!
Booker http://ping.fm/hrCQQ
There is so much GOODness, PEACEfulness, LOVing, GIVEing, KINDness, SMILES, FOCUS on the RIGHT STUFF...in people's hearts at these times.
For all of us, our challenge is to keep a heart of CHRISTMAS & EASTER all the time maybe? Even on Mondays huh?
Sooooooo go HELP someone, GIVE someone something, FORGIVE them, ACCEPT 'em the way they are, ...that would be a great start! Especially for a Monday huh?
It does not mean that plenty of people, us and others are not hurting in various ways for sure. Whether it is our own hurts/pains or those of others, the right kind of spirit and mindset can be of help.
I am re-sharing something I read the other day down below...
My God's best to you and yours as we head toward Christmas-time!
Booker http://ping.fm/hrCQQ
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Thursday, April 5, 2012
HAPPY EASTER!
HAPPY EASTER to you & yours!
Hope it is a weekend of family, smiles, eggs found, sunshine, good food, friends, ...as well as plenty of focus on the real purpose of the day!
HE is Risen...
Hope it is a weekend of family, smiles, eggs found, sunshine, good food, friends, ...as well as plenty of focus on the real purpose of the day!
HE is Risen...
Friday, March 30, 2012
Sharing link here: Money, Biz, Motivation, Bottom-line
It is NOT, never has been, about the money - giveaways -stuff or programs! It IS about LEADERSHIP (ineffective leadership is killing your company & your budget, bottom line, business, customer service, etc). It is helping tons with keeping your Turnover #s up however. Fixing your Leadership, maybe even you, ...now that's where your money should be going... :)
'Your COMMUNICATION issues/problems are actually RELATIONSHIP (LEADERSHIP issues/problems'
LINK: http://ping.fm/TOYQI
'Your COMMUNICATION issues/problems are actually RELATIONSHIP (LEADERSHIP issues/problems'
LINK: http://ping.fm/TOYQI
Sharing a Rick Warren blog...
Leadership VISION, real understandable, relate-able VISION, that all were part of creating, ..is rarely in place on most teams, organizations, churches even... I believe it is because a Leader(s) at the top created it but didn't know how to involve/sell it to ALL. The first thing I would recommend in any real VISIONING effort would be to stop using the word VISION! Too many people see it as a useless management exercise, instead of...
http://ping.fm/iUBbQ
http://ping.fm/iUBbQ
Thursday, March 29, 2012
part time clerical in Lex
I am in search of a part time office assistant (10-12 hours per week). Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office. Main duties include spreadsheets, word documents, mail merge files and general clerical work. Please have potential candidates call me at 660.259.2440 or 816.807.7774. Starting pay is $9 per hour. Will hire ASAP.
Toniann Richard
Executive Director
HCC of Rural Missouri
"Health Care Collaborative"
825 South Business Highway 13
Lexington, MO 64067
PhoneFax: 660.259.2440
Cell: 816.807.7774
EMail: toniann@hccnetwork.org
Website: www.hccnetwork.org
Toniann Richard
Executive Director
HCC of Rural Missouri
"Health Care Collaborative"
825 South Business Highway 13
Lexington, MO 64067
PhoneFax: 660.259.2440
Cell: 816.807.7774
EMail: toniann@hccnetwork.org
Website: www.hccnetwork.org
Part time job in Lexington, MO I am in search of a part time office assistant (10-12 hours per week). Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office. Main duties include spreadsheets, word documents, mail merge files and general clerical work. Please have potential candidates call me at 660.259.2440 or 816.807.7774. Starting pay is $9 per hour. Will hire ASAP.
Toniann Richard
Executive Director
HCC of Rural Missouri
"Health Care Collaborative"
825 South Business Highway 13
Lexington, MO 64067
PhoneFax: 660.259.2440
Cell: 816.807.7774
EMail: toniann@hccnetwork.org
Website: www.hccnetwork.org
Toniann Richard
Executive Director
HCC of Rural Missouri
"Health Care Collaborative"
825 South Business Highway 13
Lexington, MO 64067
PhoneFax: 660.259.2440
Cell: 816.807.7774
EMail: toniann@hccnetwork.org
Website: www.hccnetwork.org
Carpenter, Handymen, Electrician/Plumber
(for those in Lexingon, MO area) Just discovered two great new friends who have skills I need; sharing their info here:
Carpenter, handyman, builder of homes, etc. Met another Good Guy recently working on a project right next door. Spreading the word about him for those who may not know:
Richard Klosak, a neat Polish gentleman/seen his quality work and plan to use for various things around our home. 660.232.2222
Electrician & Plumber; who I now consider a trusted friend after some work done for us; thought I would put his info out there if you have a need.
Terry Smith: 660-232-0744 (also does some other miscellaneous 'stuff/work' you might ask him about)
Carpenter, handyman, builder of homes, etc. Met another Good Guy recently working on a project right next door. Spreading the word about him for those who may not know:
Richard Klosak, a neat Polish gentleman/seen his quality work and plan to use for various things around our home. 660.232.2222
Electrician & Plumber; who I now consider a trusted friend after some work done for us; thought I would put his info out there if you have a need.
Terry Smith: 660-232-0744 (also does some other miscellaneous 'stuff/work' you might ask him about)
Monday, March 26, 2012
Electrician & Plumber reference
Just discovered an Electrician & Plumber; who I now consider a friend as well. He has already proven to be someone I trust; thought I would put his info out there if you have a need.
Terry Smith: 660-232-0744 (also does some other miscellaneous 'stuff/work' you might ask him about)
Terry Smith: 660-232-0744 (also does some other miscellaneous 'stuff/work' you might ask him about)
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Mark Twain, good point
"It is not the things in the bible that I do NOT understand that trouble me,
...it is the things I DO understand!"
...it is the things I DO understand!"
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Good video, take a moment...
Man, you gotta watch this, it is awesome.
Apparently it's been around a while, but I never saw it. Very cool, very real, very thankful for the friend who shared it with me today.
http://ping.fm/cfsUW
Apparently it's been around a while, but I never saw it. Very cool, very real, very thankful for the friend who shared it with me today.
http://ping.fm/cfsUW
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
website review
If U find a moment, would love some feedback on www.bookertraining.com
(content, function, design, layout, anything ya got!) And THANX!
(content, function, design, layout, anything ya got!) And THANX!
support bicycling & walking...
Thursday, March 22nd (tomorrow!) members of the Missouri delegation to the National Bike Summit will be visiting the office of each of member of Congress from Missouri.
Would you take a few minutes to contact each of your own members of Congress today and ask each one to support bicycling and walking?
The House of Representatives is vitally important right now, because the House version of the federal transportation completely eliminates funding for bicycling and walking--funding that has helped Missouri turn the corner over the past 20 years in becoming friendly and safer for biking and walking.
It's easy--just four steps:
1. Look up your members of congress below (2 Senators and 1 Representative)
2. Email or (better) call their office with this message:
Please support dedicated funding bicycling and walking in the federal transportation bill. It very inexpensive, very cost-effective, and is very important to me (give an example or two explaining why). I support the message of the Missouri delegation to the National Bike Summit who will be visiting your office tomorrow.
Would you take a few minutes to contact each of your own members of Congress today and ask each one to support bicycling and walking?
The House of Representatives is vitally important right now, because the House version of the federal transportation completely eliminates funding for bicycling and walking--funding that has helped Missouri turn the corner over the past 20 years in becoming friendly and safer for biking and walking.
It's easy--just four steps:
1. Look up your members of congress below (2 Senators and 1 Representative)
2. Email or (better) call their office with this message:
Please support dedicated funding bicycling and walking in the federal transportation bill. It very inexpensive, very cost-effective, and is very important to me (give an example or two explaining why). I support the message of the Missouri delegation to the National Bike Summit who will be visiting your office tomorrow.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
If you have your health...
Watching & being around loved ones & friends w/ health concerns of various types... I am here to tell you:
IF YOU HAVE YOUR HEALTH, you just barely have a problem(s)...
Please know that I realize your other issues may be very serious, ...I am just sayin!
Here is to your good health and many more blessings my friend, Booker
IF YOU HAVE YOUR HEALTH, you just barely have a problem(s)...
Please know that I realize your other issues may be very serious, ...I am just sayin!
Here is to your good health and many more blessings my friend, Booker
Friday, March 16, 2012
Some FRIDAY thinking
If you are anywhere near my point in life – life begins to be much more about our philosophy, purpose and value of/in this life. It does for me anyway.
What is my purpose, what have I done, what could I still do, what do I want to have as my legacy? What will I be remembered for…
In working with a group of senior/exec leaders currently; this is something I am challenging us with – what are we (you) about?
What are our Principles, Values, Focus, Vision, etc –personally, as well as for those you lead if you are a leader of others?
If you are like me, it is probably some pretty mushy stuff in your head. Try writing it down; betting you will find it interesting and maybe even difficult.
Who are you, who am I? Am I being what I want to be (ponder that one for a moment)? How do you know how others see you? Do you care? What is my guide for what I should be?
Leaders sometimes find coaches or mentors to help with this. For all of us personally, how do you grow yourself, continue to challenge yourself, get where we want to get to? Where is THAT PLACE by the way?
Just thinking, cuz again that is what we do when we hit this point in life...
So what will be your legacy or is it still undecided? Will it be about past stuff screwed up, or stuff still to happen? We may have one day left or many years left, what is yet to be done?
So maybe this is the main point here (you were hoping I would get to it huh?):
You have heard it before and we know it to be true: It won’t be about STUFF, but will be about others, relationships, and those you have HELPed, FORGIVEn, & LOVEd.
…and oh yeah, those you/we have NOT helped, forgiven or loved!
Maybe you are still pretty young?! Why wait to get focused on the Right Stuff?
Chasing the dream – trying now, these days, to do what I believe is God’s purpose for me …helping others. And yes, I said TRYING.
Anyway I can help you?
Have an amazing day! Booker
What is my purpose, what have I done, what could I still do, what do I want to have as my legacy? What will I be remembered for…
In working with a group of senior/exec leaders currently; this is something I am challenging us with – what are we (you) about?
What are our Principles, Values, Focus, Vision, etc –personally, as well as for those you lead if you are a leader of others?
If you are like me, it is probably some pretty mushy stuff in your head. Try writing it down; betting you will find it interesting and maybe even difficult.
Who are you, who am I? Am I being what I want to be (ponder that one for a moment)? How do you know how others see you? Do you care? What is my guide for what I should be?
Leaders sometimes find coaches or mentors to help with this. For all of us personally, how do you grow yourself, continue to challenge yourself, get where we want to get to? Where is THAT PLACE by the way?
Just thinking, cuz again that is what we do when we hit this point in life...
So what will be your legacy or is it still undecided? Will it be about past stuff screwed up, or stuff still to happen? We may have one day left or many years left, what is yet to be done?
So maybe this is the main point here (you were hoping I would get to it huh?):
You have heard it before and we know it to be true: It won’t be about STUFF, but will be about others, relationships, and those you have HELPed, FORGIVEn, & LOVEd.
…and oh yeah, those you/we have NOT helped, forgiven or loved!
Maybe you are still pretty young?! Why wait to get focused on the Right Stuff?
Chasing the dream – trying now, these days, to do what I believe is God’s purpose for me …helping others. And yes, I said TRYING.
Anyway I can help you?
Have an amazing day! Booker
Logistics & Trans Broker?
GM of Logistics/Trans Company seeking individuals (brokers) with experience in this area. Let me know if this is you - I will connect you.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Transparency or Pride
In conversation with a biz leader yesterday - the concept of being TRANSPARENT was raised.
Leaders being transparent is a popular concept in some leadership/management circles. I believe it to be one of the top 2-3 most important Leader Qualities; many leaders would not agree.
After all, for any important person or relationship in our life, do we not want the other person to be REAL? Think about this: Any relationship that is not a good & important relationship is likely because one or both of the parties are not being transparent.
When a relationship is good, right and true, we KNOW that person; they KNOW us. Why can we not see/understand this as humans …and as leaders? Something to do with the Power of Relationship huh?
When I am real; when I share my concerns, flaws, weaknesses and issues - I have strengthened our relationship (not weakened it, as some unknowing people/managers like to believe).
Instead people (not you and me mind ya) tend to be prideful, be someone we are not, put on airs, act as if everything is fine, what you did or said did not bother me… I have no problems, it is all good, I better not let you in, because you might learn I have flaws... You are perfect, never make mistakes, and cannot admit you were wrong…
I would just challenge all of us to consider the people in our lives where the relationship is truly meaningful. What makes them or that relationship meaningful?
It is on some level about the transparency you have with that person.
Leaders: please know that no one really believes you are this studly, perfect, do not need any help, possess no problems, you are all-knowing / master of all, with everything in life being awesome. Be real with people and they will be real with you. There was after all only one Perfect One.
I have struggled with this dynamic in becoming more and more transparent about my faith, God, & Jesus; and letting that be part of who I am wherever I am, and always...
Is it too late to become transparent in some relationships in our lives? In my new / future relationships I intend to try and be more transparent from the beginning! (For leaders, how about considering this the next time you take over a leadership role, from the start?)
Something about all this made me think of THE EIGHT BEATITUDES OF JESUS, Matthew 5:3-10
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.
Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
(Connecting scripture to info: Matt 15:14, Prov 8:13, Prov 29:23)
Leaders being transparent is a popular concept in some leadership/management circles. I believe it to be one of the top 2-3 most important Leader Qualities; many leaders would not agree.
After all, for any important person or relationship in our life, do we not want the other person to be REAL? Think about this: Any relationship that is not a good & important relationship is likely because one or both of the parties are not being transparent.
When a relationship is good, right and true, we KNOW that person; they KNOW us. Why can we not see/understand this as humans …and as leaders? Something to do with the Power of Relationship huh?
When I am real; when I share my concerns, flaws, weaknesses and issues - I have strengthened our relationship (not weakened it, as some unknowing people/managers like to believe).
Instead people (not you and me mind ya) tend to be prideful, be someone we are not, put on airs, act as if everything is fine, what you did or said did not bother me… I have no problems, it is all good, I better not let you in, because you might learn I have flaws... You are perfect, never make mistakes, and cannot admit you were wrong…
I would just challenge all of us to consider the people in our lives where the relationship is truly meaningful. What makes them or that relationship meaningful?
It is on some level about the transparency you have with that person.
Leaders: please know that no one really believes you are this studly, perfect, do not need any help, possess no problems, you are all-knowing / master of all, with everything in life being awesome. Be real with people and they will be real with you. There was after all only one Perfect One.
I have struggled with this dynamic in becoming more and more transparent about my faith, God, & Jesus; and letting that be part of who I am wherever I am, and always...
Is it too late to become transparent in some relationships in our lives? In my new / future relationships I intend to try and be more transparent from the beginning! (For leaders, how about considering this the next time you take over a leadership role, from the start?)
Something about all this made me think of THE EIGHT BEATITUDES OF JESUS, Matthew 5:3-10
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.
Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
(Connecting scripture to info: Matt 15:14, Prov 8:13, Prov 29:23)
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Our struggles with Others
Maybe at work, maybe in school, maybe at church, anywhere - we find ourselves struggling to get along with others. It is inevitable because others are flawed, ...just like you and me.
Next time you are in that situation, cut them some slack - they probably have come from dysfunction in their lives ...just like you and me.
It is a challenge more and more as time moves along, that family & society become a worse & worse model for all of us. That person we are struggling with has likely had those bad models, ..just like you and me.
Playing together, working together, arguing together (w/out coming out as enemies), communicating with others, etc - these are interpersonal life skills & dynamics that most of us just do not necessarily possess anymore.
We did not get all that stuff at home, within our families, in the classroom, in past work experiences, etc?! So where do assume people should get this stuff these days? We are all different anyway and then you throw in lifelong dysfunction that so many have come from...
On top of all that, time has moved along, & we now have people in Leadership & Management roles that also never learned interpersonal, life or team-skills at home; and they are the ones to be leading & teaching others, yikes!
Well anyway, this is not about accepting & overlooking them (or you and I) as victims, but just to trying to understand. Realize that they do not necessarily know how to play well with others, ...yeah again, just possibly like you & me!
"People don't care how much you know until first they know how much you care."
Booker, just thinkin...
Next time you are in that situation, cut them some slack - they probably have come from dysfunction in their lives ...just like you and me.
It is a challenge more and more as time moves along, that family & society become a worse & worse model for all of us. That person we are struggling with has likely had those bad models, ..just like you and me.
Playing together, working together, arguing together (w/out coming out as enemies), communicating with others, etc - these are interpersonal life skills & dynamics that most of us just do not necessarily possess anymore.
We did not get all that stuff at home, within our families, in the classroom, in past work experiences, etc?! So where do assume people should get this stuff these days? We are all different anyway and then you throw in lifelong dysfunction that so many have come from...
On top of all that, time has moved along, & we now have people in Leadership & Management roles that also never learned interpersonal, life or team-skills at home; and they are the ones to be leading & teaching others, yikes!
Well anyway, this is not about accepting & overlooking them (or you and I) as victims, but just to trying to understand. Realize that they do not necessarily know how to play well with others, ...yeah again, just possibly like you & me!
"People don't care how much you know until first they know how much you care."
Booker, just thinkin...
Friday, March 2, 2012
DIVERSITY even in the Weather
Sitting here watching snow fall in KC when last evening I was sitting in shorts on deck in 70degree temps.
Now that's diversity for sure.
That same Diversity dynamic is just what makes the world go round and so interesting. The differences around the world, in our different worlds, our workplace, the people around us, between you and everyone else you know?
A strength for sure if & when we can figure out how to make all the differences blend & work together for something special... something even better!
I can tell you in my teaching and consulting, diversity sure plays out in every team, every leader and every class I teach. Wow, you should have seen the diversity of thinking, ideas, opinions and logic ...trying to happen with a group I was challenging the other day! The struggles they were demonstrating made it evident just why & how companies are challenged with that TEAM thing. Not to mention how diversity affects every personal relationship in our lives - so I won't mention it or go there just now :)
So anyway, try to appreciate the diversity around you today, the uniqueness of others, how strange and different YOU are & how you fit in?!?
... and how it all together can be a good thing, at least at times when the blending is happening well!
Let it snow Let it snow Let it snow! Not really, I am already ready for diversity again Mother Nature, ...how about those 70degrees again?
God is amazing huh? Booker
Now that's diversity for sure.
That same Diversity dynamic is just what makes the world go round and so interesting. The differences around the world, in our different worlds, our workplace, the people around us, between you and everyone else you know?
A strength for sure if & when we can figure out how to make all the differences blend & work together for something special... something even better!
I can tell you in my teaching and consulting, diversity sure plays out in every team, every leader and every class I teach. Wow, you should have seen the diversity of thinking, ideas, opinions and logic ...trying to happen with a group I was challenging the other day! The struggles they were demonstrating made it evident just why & how companies are challenged with that TEAM thing. Not to mention how diversity affects every personal relationship in our lives - so I won't mention it or go there just now :)
So anyway, try to appreciate the diversity around you today, the uniqueness of others, how strange and different YOU are & how you fit in?!?
... and how it all together can be a good thing, at least at times when the blending is happening well!
Let it snow Let it snow Let it snow! Not really, I am already ready for diversity again Mother Nature, ...how about those 70degrees again?
God is amazing huh? Booker
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Thankfulness
“We have graces from God and His mercies are new every morning” Lamentations 3:22-23
I am closer to understanding the value of getting up in the morning and thanking God; being thankful for the blessings I do have.
....and praising the Lord for another day.
[read something like that today, and it also suggested that you must be maybe 40 / 50 years of age to truly get it] ...I don't know about that.
Have a good one, ME
I am closer to understanding the value of getting up in the morning and thanking God; being thankful for the blessings I do have.
....and praising the Lord for another day.
[read something like that today, and it also suggested that you must be maybe 40 / 50 years of age to truly get it] ...I don't know about that.
Have a good one, ME
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Leaders should help others with NOT WORRYing
Conversations recently with biz leaders whose organization(s) were in uncertain times, potential layoffs, mergers, etc - it reminded me of how critical LEADERSHIP is, once again.
NOT WORRYING is a tough concept for all of us, no matter who you are! Leaders have to (and must) deal with this personally as well as for those they lead! In these challenging times with so much hopelessness, bad economy, job loss, organization struggling, disasters here and there, betrayals, people being laid off – WHO or WHAT is next?
It is nearly a daily occurrence to hear from someone close in our lives who has been impacted. It is everywhere, and we’re not supposed to worry?!? Indeed, this is one of the tougher biblical principles we are supposed to follow… YIKES, no DOUBLE YIKES.
As leaders we are really needed by those we lead. As much as we may want to focus & dwell on our own worries, stresses, etc -- your folks need you & your leadership! A few points to share as I have been pondering this much lately:
Be ‘human’ and donot be afraid of letting them see it. When we let others IN, we build trust & strong relationships. Some believe this shows weakness as a leader – that is just wrong. The relationships in our lives makes these times much more palatable – especially when one of those relationships is YOU, their boss!
When we all get thru these times (and we will unless we do not?!?)…and things turn around - this trusting relationship you built WITH THEM will pay huge dividends.
Working relationships between co-workers can become very strained as individuals withdrawal, lack concentration, and/or lash out at others. Leaders should not avoid it or try to pretend it is not there. It is real and everyone feels it. Why not get it out for all to know and realize we are all dealing with it and we (the leader and the rest of the team) are there for each other. It needs to be be dealt with, exposed and curtailed before it gets out of hand. Although we can never be sure of our security (of our jobs) and those that we lead, we need to reassure our people as much as possible; & with the truth as we know it! Yes, they should know what YOU KNOW.
Leaders are often confided in and the suggestion is there to keep it at the upper levels. REAL LEADERS realize this is wrong and unfair. The ones below that you are entrusted with, are trusting you with their lives...
"…Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear… Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?... O ye of little faith?... Your Heavenly Father knows what you need. Seek first His kingdom & righteousness and all these things will be given to you. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow” MATTHEW 6:25-34
God’s best my friend. Peace, BOOKER
NOT WORRYING is a tough concept for all of us, no matter who you are! Leaders have to (and must) deal with this personally as well as for those they lead! In these challenging times with so much hopelessness, bad economy, job loss, organization struggling, disasters here and there, betrayals, people being laid off – WHO or WHAT is next?
It is nearly a daily occurrence to hear from someone close in our lives who has been impacted. It is everywhere, and we’re not supposed to worry?!? Indeed, this is one of the tougher biblical principles we are supposed to follow… YIKES, no DOUBLE YIKES.
As leaders we are really needed by those we lead. As much as we may want to focus & dwell on our own worries, stresses, etc -- your folks need you & your leadership! A few points to share as I have been pondering this much lately:
Be ‘human’ and donot be afraid of letting them see it. When we let others IN, we build trust & strong relationships. Some believe this shows weakness as a leader – that is just wrong. The relationships in our lives makes these times much more palatable – especially when one of those relationships is YOU, their boss!
When we all get thru these times (and we will unless we do not?!?)…and things turn around - this trusting relationship you built WITH THEM will pay huge dividends.
Working relationships between co-workers can become very strained as individuals withdrawal, lack concentration, and/or lash out at others. Leaders should not avoid it or try to pretend it is not there. It is real and everyone feels it. Why not get it out for all to know and realize we are all dealing with it and we (the leader and the rest of the team) are there for each other. It needs to be be dealt with, exposed and curtailed before it gets out of hand. Although we can never be sure of our security (of our jobs) and those that we lead, we need to reassure our people as much as possible; & with the truth as we know it! Yes, they should know what YOU KNOW.
Leaders are often confided in and the suggestion is there to keep it at the upper levels. REAL LEADERS realize this is wrong and unfair. The ones below that you are entrusted with, are trusting you with their lives...
"…Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear… Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?... O ye of little faith?... Your Heavenly Father knows what you need. Seek first His kingdom & righteousness and all these things will be given to you. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow” MATTHEW 6:25-34
God’s best my friend. Peace, BOOKER
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
QUALITIES TO MAKE US BETTER
For Leaders (as well as people in general), I came across a 'very good source' which provided a great foundation for what we should all be about in successfully relating to/in this world:
*OTHER-focused
*UN-threatening, not capable of DECEIVING
*PRIDE/EGO (confident but not boastful)
*Not POWER focused, never uses position
*EXAMPLE ALWAYS
*HUMBLE, & that is not a weakness thing
*TRAVEL LIGHT/not into materialism
*TRANSPARENT to all
*Seeks YOUR understanding, does not force ideas on you
*LEAST, LAST, SERVANT-oriented
*Understands PEOPLE
*Never stops LEARNING
*Seeks out MENTORS to grow them
Just found it interesting and worth sharing as good reminders for maybe what OTHERS WANT IN US (YOU)!
Of course now the challenge is in HOW TO be these things, and HOW WILL you know if you are practicing?
Your humble pilgrim & servant chasing the dream of helping others :) How am I doing?
BOOKER
*OTHER-focused
*UN-threatening, not capable of DECEIVING
*PRIDE/EGO (confident but not boastful)
*Not POWER focused, never uses position
*EXAMPLE ALWAYS
*HUMBLE, & that is not a weakness thing
*TRAVEL LIGHT/not into materialism
*TRANSPARENT to all
*Seeks YOUR understanding, does not force ideas on you
*LEAST, LAST, SERVANT-oriented
*Understands PEOPLE
*Never stops LEARNING
*Seeks out MENTORS to grow them
Just found it interesting and worth sharing as good reminders for maybe what OTHERS WANT IN US (YOU)!
Of course now the challenge is in HOW TO be these things, and HOW WILL you know if you are practicing?
Your humble pilgrim & servant chasing the dream of helping others :) How am I doing?
BOOKER
Saturday, February 11, 2012
MAKE IT RIGHT WHEN & WHERE U CAN
I was just thinking on some stuff. You know it is the people around you (family, co-workers, friends, neighbors, church friends, your boss, etc) make your life and mine, either good or bad.
Nothing else even comes close to being the biggest contributing factor to the quality of our world and life.
It gets so hard when a people issue, a relationship problem is going on in my world. For me, God & that Faith is the only way to get Real Peace & Comfort with struggles when they arise. Making Him my #1 Relationship priority in my life is what fixed so much for me about this world and all us humans here!
However when we walk out any door on this earth, it is those people that can/will make the difference in your day, the current moment, future times, tomorrow, later today, etc.
It only makes sense then to surround ourselves with good folks where possible. With the rest that we maybe don't get to choose - make those relationships as right & good as possible.
Whatever you have to do. Allowing bad relations to exist day after day after day, has to be the best possible definition of INSANITY. We've all been there done that & it just makes LIFE so tough, stressful, tense, negative and on and on and on...
It’s not about a personality conflict, not about communication issues or any other symptom/excuse; it is about a poor relationship that needs fixing. At least 99% of the time it is anyway – now that’s just my opinion.
For me, in as many moments as I can remember to look skyward, I seek that Real Peace thru Him in a constant & continual conversation.
That soooooo works for me; but then down here again we go fixing, improving and making new relationships to make this ol’ earth better. Him then us, ..Him then us again...
That quality relationship with our Savior makes the earthly struggles just seem to not be so insane. I can make so much more sense of it all when I go there to Him.
Man, am I blessed. All good here - here's to GOOD MOMENTS wherever you go my friend,
BOOKER
Nothing else even comes close to being the biggest contributing factor to the quality of our world and life.
It gets so hard when a people issue, a relationship problem is going on in my world. For me, God & that Faith is the only way to get Real Peace & Comfort with struggles when they arise. Making Him my #1 Relationship priority in my life is what fixed so much for me about this world and all us humans here!
However when we walk out any door on this earth, it is those people that can/will make the difference in your day, the current moment, future times, tomorrow, later today, etc.
It only makes sense then to surround ourselves with good folks where possible. With the rest that we maybe don't get to choose - make those relationships as right & good as possible.
Whatever you have to do. Allowing bad relations to exist day after day after day, has to be the best possible definition of INSANITY. We've all been there done that & it just makes LIFE so tough, stressful, tense, negative and on and on and on...
It’s not about a personality conflict, not about communication issues or any other symptom/excuse; it is about a poor relationship that needs fixing. At least 99% of the time it is anyway – now that’s just my opinion.
For me, in as many moments as I can remember to look skyward, I seek that Real Peace thru Him in a constant & continual conversation.
That soooooo works for me; but then down here again we go fixing, improving and making new relationships to make this ol’ earth better. Him then us, ..Him then us again...
That quality relationship with our Savior makes the earthly struggles just seem to not be so insane. I can make so much more sense of it all when I go there to Him.
Man, am I blessed. All good here - here's to GOOD MOMENTS wherever you go my friend,
BOOKER
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Monday, February 6, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
Previous student of mine, is that you?
Seeking former undergrad/grad students of mine who finished & I successfully instilled to 'NEVER STOP LEARNING'.
Maybe you are still learning and growing? Ready for next challenge in your Leadership growth?
A good leader now but, you are thinking I AM NOT THERE YET (as none of us ever will be :)
Now in Mid to Senior- level management!
Let's talk, explore....! I have something specific to share with you if this is you.
Regardless, let's reconnect, Booker
Maybe you are still learning and growing? Ready for next challenge in your Leadership growth?
A good leader now but, you are thinking I AM NOT THERE YET (as none of us ever will be :)
Now in Mid to Senior- level management!
Let's talk, explore....! I have something specific to share with you if this is you.
Regardless, let's reconnect, Booker
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Resume, job
Discovered I know of a manufacturing org seeking operators/employees w/ company, great future... $15/hr range. Let me know if you want more info!
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Comedy (David Koechner)
...helping to spread the news:
Comedy Show For A Cause
Family Event to benefit House of Hope/CASA
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012 / 6:30- 8 p.m.
Wentworth Military Academy Chapel
Lexington, MO (40 minutes east of KC)
Featuring David Koechner (Talladega Nights & Anchorman, The Office)
Tickets at the door
$20 adults
$10 age 12 and under
660.259.4766
Comedy Show For A Cause
Family Event to benefit House of Hope/CASA
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012 / 6:30- 8 p.m.
Wentworth Military Academy Chapel
Lexington, MO (40 minutes east of KC)
Featuring David Koechner (Talladega Nights & Anchorman, The Office)
Tickets at the door
$20 adults
$10 age 12 and under
660.259.4766
Monday, January 23, 2012
When you put it that way...
It's Monday morning; your boss &/or co-workers may be a pain...
However at least you have a job, food & roof over head.
So SMILE!!!! & look around for those who are struggling with these basics we take for granted?
Have a good one, Booker
However at least you have a job, food & roof over head.
So SMILE!!!! & look around for those who are struggling with these basics we take for granted?
Have a good one, Booker
Sunday, January 22, 2012
KC location for Workshops
For my Kansas City/area friends:
I am looking for a restaurant/pub/food establishment to do some Small Group Leadership workshops.
Some content will include GOD/FAITH, so hoping to find a location/ownership that is Christian-oriented - with a heart in that direction!
Please let me know if you know of a place or someone to contact; anywhere in KC area, North, South or otherwise...
Thanks, Booker 913.232.0244 / doug@bookertraining.com
I am looking for a restaurant/pub/food establishment to do some Small Group Leadership workshops.
Some content will include GOD/FAITH, so hoping to find a location/ownership that is Christian-oriented - with a heart in that direction!
Please let me know if you know of a place or someone to contact; anywhere in KC area, North, South or otherwise...
Thanks, Booker 913.232.0244 / doug@bookertraining.com
Saturday, January 21, 2012
It is about the AUTHOR, not the BOOK...?
"...I'M JUST SAYIN'
YOUR COMMUNICATION ISSUES ARE ABOUT RELATIONSHIP...
Speaking with a great friend, client & senior leader, a very interesting discussion developed further validating the statement above ...which I have come to believe is true maybe 99% of the time.
The discussion was about input he had received about his leadership after seeking evaluation/input by those he leads. Now that's courageous to begin with, and for sure he received some interesting feedback (some that he didn't expect and some that will take further discussions to get clarified).
One of the areas where he received less than satisfactory marks, was in COMMUNICATION. If you met this individual, you would find it hard to believe that he could be 'marked down' in communicating. He is an awesome speaker, coach, mentor, listener and people seek out his counsel.
The fact that he is a great friend provides some clue to his being 'marked down' by his subordinate leaders in this category. You see, I would never see him as being an ineffective communicator ...because I have a great RELATIONSHIP with him.
After some honest reflection and thinking about the relationships of those assessing him, he saw that this was likely what this was about: - what they were really saying was the RELATIONSHIP(s) was less than satisfactory.
Think about those you have communication issues with; it's really a relationship issue, is it not?
Some GODLY application to this: It strikes me that all this is the same challenge we face when we struggle in our communication with God. As I really think about this, I think back to when I didn't know Jesus, ...the bible and most everything in it made little sense to me. The bible and His Word only began making sense and becoming clear to me AFTER HE became my friend. The closer and closer I get to Him, and as my relationship, trust and faith in/with Him becomes stronger, the more I understand about what He is saying to me.
The dynamics of these thoughts came out in Sunday School last week. After I tossed in some of this and made the statement that its not so much a matter of the content of The Book, it is first of all about the relationship with our God and Jesus. If the relationship is good, the communication will be good. A friend then tossed in this gem, something like, "...it's about the Author, not the Book".
How's that relationship with Him?
God's best to you and yours my friend,
Booker
YOUR COMMUNICATION ISSUES ARE ABOUT RELATIONSHIP...
Speaking with a great friend, client & senior leader, a very interesting discussion developed further validating the statement above ...which I have come to believe is true maybe 99% of the time.
The discussion was about input he had received about his leadership after seeking evaluation/input by those he leads. Now that's courageous to begin with, and for sure he received some interesting feedback (some that he didn't expect and some that will take further discussions to get clarified).
One of the areas where he received less than satisfactory marks, was in COMMUNICATION. If you met this individual, you would find it hard to believe that he could be 'marked down' in communicating. He is an awesome speaker, coach, mentor, listener and people seek out his counsel.
The fact that he is a great friend provides some clue to his being 'marked down' by his subordinate leaders in this category. You see, I would never see him as being an ineffective communicator ...because I have a great RELATIONSHIP with him.
After some honest reflection and thinking about the relationships of those assessing him, he saw that this was likely what this was about: - what they were really saying was the RELATIONSHIP(s) was less than satisfactory.
Think about those you have communication issues with; it's really a relationship issue, is it not?
Some GODLY application to this: It strikes me that all this is the same challenge we face when we struggle in our communication with God. As I really think about this, I think back to when I didn't know Jesus, ...the bible and most everything in it made little sense to me. The bible and His Word only began making sense and becoming clear to me AFTER HE became my friend. The closer and closer I get to Him, and as my relationship, trust and faith in/with Him becomes stronger, the more I understand about what He is saying to me.
The dynamics of these thoughts came out in Sunday School last week. After I tossed in some of this and made the statement that its not so much a matter of the content of The Book, it is first of all about the relationship with our God and Jesus. If the relationship is good, the communication will be good. A friend then tossed in this gem, something like, "...it's about the Author, not the Book".
How's that relationship with Him?
God's best to you and yours my friend,
Booker
Friday, January 20, 2012
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
2012 Leadership-Dev offerings:
1) EXEC LEADERS! If this is you/anyone u know, I am putting together a small group to learn/grow from each other- (for Exec/seasoned-managers, those leading leaders). KC area, group of 10 professional/quality people...looking for 3 more!
2) LEADERSHIP/PEOPLE RECOVERY: An in-house or public sessions for the manager or org. management that needs to regain/recover their workforce. Maybe you have over-worked, over-loaded, unfairly took advantage of, and otherwise abused your team/workforce over the last 2-3 years?!? You and/or your leaders need to develop some strategies to get them back!
3) REAL LEADERSHIP STUFF for the FIRST TIME MANAGER/SUPERVISOR: For those in leadership roles for the first time or are just still pretty new to the world of leading people. Registering now for a 4-part series of Leadership Development. Putting together two groups of 12 - one group/session nearly filled.
*If you have an interest in GOD/FAITH in the WORKPLACE, lets talk.
Call me if interested in any of the following for more details/to get a seat reserved while you explore further. Doug Booker, BOOKER TRAINING ASSOCIATES 913.232.0244
2) LEADERSHIP/PEOPLE RECOVERY: An in-house or public sessions for the manager or org. management that needs to regain/recover their workforce. Maybe you have over-worked, over-loaded, unfairly took advantage of, and otherwise abused your team/workforce over the last 2-3 years?!? You and/or your leaders need to develop some strategies to get them back!
3) REAL LEADERSHIP STUFF for the FIRST TIME MANAGER/SUPERVISOR: For those in leadership roles for the first time or are just still pretty new to the world of leading people. Registering now for a 4-part series of Leadership Development. Putting together two groups of 12 - one group/session nearly filled.
*If you have an interest in GOD/FAITH in the WORKPLACE, lets talk.
Call me if interested in any of the following for more details/to get a seat reserved while you explore further. Doug Booker, BOOKER TRAINING ASSOCIATES 913.232.0244
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Make yourself Happy!
Have a great day of ENCOURAGING, HELPING SOMEONE, SMILING AT EVERYONE and THANKING people.
Being Thankful for all we DO HAVE is something so many struggle with, in the midst of all the hurts, needs, woes of our lives.
To get you started, how about just Laughing Out Loud (LOL) right now and stir up something with those around?
Booker, on your side/here to help...
Being Thankful for all we DO HAVE is something so many struggle with, in the midst of all the hurts, needs, woes of our lives.
To get you started, how about just Laughing Out Loud (LOL) right now and stir up something with those around?
Booker, on your side/here to help...
Have a great day of ENCOURAGING, HELPING SOMEONE, SMILING AT EVERYONE and THANKING people. Being Thankful for all we DO HAVE is something so many struggle with, in the midst of all the hurts, needs, woes of our lives. To get you started, how about just Laughing Out Loud (LOL) right now and stir up something with those around?
Monday, January 16, 2012
Monday, January 9, 2012
Leadership Recovery training
Leadership work I am doing to serve you, see link: http://ping.fm/0ONEg
Leader Dev offering: Management's Leader Recovery
Just maybe, in these last few years of tough economics...
...maybe you have been over-working folks?
...maybe individual & departmental conflicts are on the rise?
...maybe you fired or laid off some you wished you hadn't?
...maybe relations have deteriorated?
...maybe even the bosses are fighting?
...maybe people aren't smiling at your customers?
...maybe you have been dictating vs leading?
...maybe even your good employees have been treated unfairly?
??? MAYBE 'Tension, Stress & Distrust'
have become the new Core Values!
THEN JUST maybe it's time to get EVERYONE back to work and making $$$ again!
THEN JUST maybe your leaders need some help recovering their team!
"Filling public sessions for individuals, or call me now to set up an In-house process for the whole Leadership Team!"
Booker, 913.232.0244
...maybe you have been over-working folks?
...maybe individual & departmental conflicts are on the rise?
...maybe you fired or laid off some you wished you hadn't?
...maybe relations have deteriorated?
...maybe even the bosses are fighting?
...maybe people aren't smiling at your customers?
...maybe you have been dictating vs leading?
...maybe even your good employees have been treated unfairly?
??? MAYBE 'Tension, Stress & Distrust'
have become the new Core Values!
THEN JUST maybe it's time to get EVERYONE back to work and making $$$ again!
THEN JUST maybe your leaders need some help recovering their team!
"Filling public sessions for individuals, or call me now to set up an In-house process for the whole Leadership Team!"
Booker, 913.232.0244
Monday, January 2, 2012
With all the world's troubles & as we begin a new year, a great reminder of the GOOD in the world (heard about this but never watched the short video): http://ping.fm/Ig0Eh
Some GOOD in this world
A good friend shared this with me today, thanks Mike!
With all the world's troubles & as we begin a new year, a great reminder of 'GOOD' in the world
(heard about this but never watched the short video):
http://ping.fm/asRxj
With all the world's troubles & as we begin a new year, a great reminder of 'GOOD' in the world
(heard about this but never watched the short video):
http://ping.fm/asRxj
Hope you FIND it in 2012
Sincerely hope this year brings better, bigger & brighter blessings to your life in 2012!
>Maybe more than anything, find Peace...
>Maybe try that new thing or finish old things...
>Maybe make relationships right that need it...
Interesting scripture I came across that is pretty fitting for some new dynamics I am finding myself pursuing:
(Isaiah 43:19) For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.
Happy New Year friend, Booker
(hope your football team wins if you are into that Bowl thing - GO CATS!)
>Maybe more than anything, find Peace...
>Maybe try that new thing or finish old things...
>Maybe make relationships right that need it...
Interesting scripture I came across that is pretty fitting for some new dynamics I am finding myself pursuing:
(Isaiah 43:19) For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.
Happy New Year friend, Booker
(hope your football team wins if you are into that Bowl thing - GO CATS!)
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