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Derron
Dec 5, 20232 min read
Taking a Breather: Recharging for a New Year
As we approach the holiday season, I wanted to share a thought with all of you – a reminder to take a pause, savor the moment, and...

Derron
Dec 1, 20232 min read
Your Attitude Determines Your Longevity
While in Columbia, SC on business recently, I met a wonderful lady. While I do not recall her name, I cannot forget her style. She was so...


Derron
Nov 23, 20232 min read
Finding Your Spark
As I was sitting in our boat in the middle of Dale Hollow Lake surrounded by my family, I kept thinking how blessed I was with the life I...


Derron
Oct 13, 20233 min read
Valued and Valuable:Two Words in Every Successful Company
One of my daughters called me recently to share her excitement for a new opportunity she was getting with her job. The energy in her...


Derron
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Success in Sales Comes From Having More Problems
Believe it or not, the success you have in sales ultimately comes from having more problems. However, the biggest problem most...


Derron
Aug 27, 20232 min read
The Formula for Effective Leadership is EM Squared
There are thousands of articles written about the differences between a leader and a manager. Most of us who have been in the workforce...


Derron
May 5, 20231 min read
Let's Be Honest, We Have All Been Maximum Security
Did you watch the Kentucky Derby? Were you there? Maximum Security was clearly winning, until he didn't. How many times in each of our...


Derron
Apr 26, 20232 min read
Creating Karma
A few days ago I was sitting at an airport bar enjoying some unhealthy food and watching football while waiting for my flight. A woman...


Derron
Mar 9, 20232 min read
Enjoy Life's Walk
Hello friends! Today I am writing from a winter wonderland just outside of Anchorage Alaska. After I finished my work duties today I...


Derron
Nov 15, 20203 min read
Small Business Must Advertise to Be Successful "this" Holiday Season...
Clearly, this holiday season will be different than any in recent memory. Can we gather with family and friends? Can we celebrate in a...
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