July 3rd, 2010 
Steve Never judge a book by the cover and most certainly don’t judge a port of call by the name. When I first read this on the port list, I was thinking what is the big deal. Well, I was definitely blown away. Like the past posts on my stops, we must first set the stage [...]
July 2nd, 2010 Steve Public service announcement: here is your very brief general information to get things started. St. Petersburg is situated on the eastern shore of the Gulf of Finland, some 400 miles from Moscow. Considered the most European of all the cities of Russia. City population is around 5 million and is the largest sea port in the [...]
July 1st, 2010 Steve Another quick city and country overview, or many a small history lesson (your call). Helsinki is the Capital of Finland, situated on the southern coast, overlooking the Gulf of Finland and Baltic Sea. Helsinki is predominantly a modern city with a population of 500K inhabitants. Surrounded by water on three sides, Helsinki has a natural seaport, [...]
June 30th, 2010 Steve Stop number two was Stockholm, Sweden. Time for, once again, some limited history for Stockholm. Stockholm is the capital of Sweden, situated on the country’s east coast and is the Baltic Sea’s largest port. Population is about 1.65 million inhabitants that occupy about 14 islands that are connected by 50 bridges. The city has often [...]
June 28th, 2010 Steve With Day 3 being extremely long, having the first day at sea is just what the doctor would order, rest and relaxation. It was a lazy day. On this trip, we were blessed with 4 at sea days. Many would argue that four days is too much. For me, I wanted to get to rest [...]
June 16th, 2010 Steve Landing a little after 7am local time and not sleeping on the flight, definitely had me feeling the effects. Made it through customs, picked up the bags and got our tickets on the train to London – with no hassles. Everything going smooth. As like in every instance of feeling everything is going well, [...]
June 2nd, 2010 Steve This topic is one that everyone can agree that leading by example is a must do for anyone that wants to lead successfully. Go out to Google and search on Lead by example – over 11.6 million links. Why is it, that many leaders don’t do it? Is it easier said than done? Afraid to [...]
Posted in Leadership, Observations 
Tags: Leadership, Leading Teams, listening, motivation, people 
No Comments » May 18th, 2010 Steve My last post made me think that I needed to look at this from a management standpoint as well. If you enjoyed that one, looking at yourself. This one, will look at it from an organization or management standpoint. You may say, “Hey, I know that organization.” Mediocrity is key to starting the ball rolling [...]
May 14th, 2010 Steve How often do you just walk around the corporate office and observe folks? Spend time in the lunch room or cafe and observe? Attend a big face to face meeting and observe? Since I enjoy being a people watcher, I try to do spend time observing in most environments. Over the past couple of weeks, I [...]
May 7th, 2010 Steve The past several years have been pretty tough on most folks. With the economy and overall job stability being what it is, I have spent some time listening and talking to other folks about their situation. Many have asked me, “How have you lasted that long?” or “Would you ever do anything else?” Instead of me [...]
Getting together with son and girl friend for some family fun! Bowling - have not done that in awhile. Should be fun. - posted on 09/05/2010
AZ folks, Lunch Bunch is at Ruffino's (48th/Warner) - posted on 09/03/2010
Finally purchased my tickets for #SMAZ next week! - posted on 09/03/2010
Why is this guy in the office today? Has already coughed up both lungs. Damn, I should have WFH - posted on 09/03/2010
My Thoughts On Managing http://goo.gl/fb/rrOal - posted on 09/03/2010
