Steve@HorselessRanch.comDec 9, 20202 minManaging Stress This Time of YearWe’re moving into that time of the year when stress starts to increase. For some reason the goal of a happy Christmas has turned into...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comDec 2, 20202 minPlanning amidst uncertain timesWell, we’re diving into the last of the strangest year most of us have ever lived. Although there is still a lot of uncertainty about the...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comNov 25, 20202 minAnother Thanksgiving MessageTomorrow is Thanksgiving and we’re going to be deluged with messages on how we should be thankful, grateful, and appreciative – even from...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comNov 18, 20202 minFear and building a bridgeWhat could a DOT supervisor teach a new employee about fear in building a bridge? Hi folks. Steve Hammond here from HorselessRanch.com....
Steve@HorselessRanch.comNov 11, 20202 minThe Importance of CoreToday is Veteran’s Day and I would like to take a moment to thank all our veterans for their sacrificial service, including my late...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comNov 4, 20202 minGet your "3 Keys to Productivity"With the election ads mercifully coming to a close yesterday, we now have only 2 months of Medicare commercials to endure before Medicare...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comOct 28, 20202 minWhat 3 Keys can increase productivity by 30%?How hard would it be to get 30% more done? How do some people accomplish more than others, especially if they do not seem rushed or...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comOct 21, 20202 minWhat does a childhood experiment with a gasoline fire have to do with workplace interactions?What does a childhood experiment with a gasoline fire have to do with workplace interactions? Let me tell you about my experiment. Hi...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comOct 14, 20202 minHow to keep employees engaged in a virtual worldSome estimates are that half the workforce has gone virtual. Some predict that roughly half of those who used to commute to work will no...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comOct 7, 20202 minDo you know your conflict animal?Is there someone with whom you have repeated conflict? I’m not talking about an occasional disagreement. I’m talking about someone with...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comSep 23, 20202 minHow can a guitar help you at work?It seems crazy at first, but if you pluck a string on a guitar that is perfectly in tune with the string next to it, the string you...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comSep 16, 20202 minIs there conflict in your life?Is there conflict in your life? Chances are the answer is “yes”. Wherever there are interpersonal relationships, there is the potential...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comSep 9, 20202 minDe-Stressing Your Work with a CRMWhat is your best method of reducing stress at work? Let's take homicide off the table (chuckle). I’m serious. What do you do? Hi folks....
Steve@HorselessRanch.comSep 2, 20201 minHow much do you enjoy your work?How much do you enjoy your job? Seriously. You’ve heard the old saying, “If you love what you do, you’ll never work another day in your...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comAug 19, 20202 minTry a Virtual Event(s)Do you know the seven last words of a business that is dying? The answer is, “We’ve never done it that way before.” OK, without the...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comAug 12, 20202 minIs email helping or hurting you?How much of your day would estimate is given to email? Have you ever used email to avoid a harder or less pleasant task? Hi folks. Steve...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comAug 12, 20202 minEmployee Performance & Engagement in WastewaterHave you ever officiated a sporting event? I would especially call your attention to a fast-moving sporting event, like basketball. As a...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comFeb 13, 20190 minHire a ShowHorse for Keynotes, etc. Hire a Work Horse for Day-to-Day work.
Steve@HorselessRanch.comDec 31, 20181 minAre Coaches Worth It?During the Holiday season I spend a bit of time watching college football bowl games. Sometimes we hear how much coaches are being paid...
Steve@HorselessRanch.comDec 3, 20181 minHow to post on this blog siteMay all your wishes come true for the upcoming holiday season!