Random Ponderings

Yes, the irony of this blog entry isn’t lost on me.  In fact, thinking has always been the biggest barrier between me and mindfulness.  I...

On one of my recent flights, I had an interesting experience.  We were boarding the flight and I was in the very first row (bulk head),...

I was recently interviewed for an article in another organization’s newsletter on the topic of wine.  With so many gatherings involving...

It happens at EVERY event at which I speak .  My host takes the stage and launches into my introduction.  “Dave Mitchell is President of...

I have an odd relationship with Facebook .  Maybe you do, too.  I think it must be a lot like my parents’ relationship with each other. ...

With all apologies to Esquire magazine for blatantly ripping off their idea, here are just a few of the hard earned lessons I’ve learned...

I have a love/hate relationship with technology. I love that it makes me efficient, productive and provides an ever-present source of...

The fine folks at Eagles Talent invited me to post a blog entry about the title question.  Oddly, for a man who founded a company named...

I recently wrapped up an 18-day tour that took me to 13 different cities.  While that sounds very exciting, the best thing about a tour...

I love to see years of training put to good use, especially where employee appreciation is concerned.  The account below is based on...

As I travel around the world, I am afforded many opportunities to observe human behavior .  Mostly, I enjoy people.  However, there are...

On a recent “wander and ponder” (e.g. hike) with the Boone Dog, we happened along this sign. I stared at the sign for an inordinately...