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Articles by Gary Crow

• Taking The Hint
  How many apples fell on Newton's head before he took the hint? Hints are a good thing, especially if you are patient enough to get the point. Apples are a good thing too; but like hints, they can cause you problems if you don’t deal with them thoughtfully and appropriately. To help with your management of hints and apples, consider this article; but be patient. Its value will gradually come clear.
  Published 28Oct2007, viewed 338 times

• Persuasive Arm Twisting
  "We have found that the most effective persuaders use language in a particular way. They supplement numerical data with examples, stories, metaphors, and analogies to make their positions come alive. That use of language paints a vivid word picture and, in doing so, lends a compelling and tangible quality to the persuader's point of view." - Jay Conger - Read about the real persuaders and the dedicated snake oil hucksters.
  Published 27Oct2007, viewed 546 times

• Broken Men
  "It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." -- Frederick Douglas -- Whether this is true or not is certainly less than obvious. The lack of clarity starts with the meaning of “strong children” and “broken men.” This article explores these questions and how you can assure that your children are "strong."
  Published 05Oct2007, viewed 409 times

• Fired With Enthusiasm
  “Carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero." = "Seize the day, put no trust in tomorrow." – Horace -- Along with “Carpe diem,” Horace said, “He has the deed half done who has made a beginning." Indira Gandhi also thought that getting on with getting on is the way to go, "Have a bias toward action....” If you are ready to Seize the day, this article is just what you need to consider.
  Published 04Oct2007, viewed 305 times

• Does Anyone Know What They Are Doing?
  Have you ever been driven up the wall by a mainliner? 'What's a mainliner?' you ask. Read on. You likely are already familiar with the type. This article is just what you need to mainliner-proof your company.
  Published 29Sep2007, viewed 356 times

• Some Stuff I Have Learned
  The toothpaste won't go back into the tube. I learned this important fact when I was about 6. I don't remember how I managed to get the toothpaste out of the tube and all over me, the bathroom, and my new shirt. But I sure do remember that there was no way to get it back into the tube before my mother asked the question all mothers ask. 'What in the world do you think you are doing?' …
  Published 27Sep2007, viewed 271 times

• The Key To Virtue
  "When one ceases from conflict, whether because he has won, because he has lost, or because he cares no more for the game, the virtue passes out of him." -- Charles Horton Cooley -- There are three concepts here that represent an unusual juxtaposition: "conflict," "the game," and "virtue." This article discusses virtue and how you can assure that you are actually behaving virtuously.
  Published 25Sep2007, viewed 298 times

• The Television Police
  “Public virtue is a kind of ghost town into which anyone can move and declare himself sheriff.” -- Saul Bellow. This is no more true than when the would be sheriffs draw down with their verbal six-shooters on television. This article provides a new perspective on the shootout.
  Published 23Sep2007, viewed 359 times

• F’ing Has A Lot Going For It
  Have you heard people talking whose vocabulary seems to be so adjective challenged that everything is F'ing this or F'ing that? It can get to where it's hard to tell whether F'ing is a good quality or bad. Of course, F'ing is also sometimes a verb which one presumes refers to desirable activity but even that isn't always clear. This article is just what you need to read, if you want the real story about F'ing.
  Published 22Sep2007, viewed 28 times

• Pass It Along
  As you think about what you ought to do for other people, passing your character along to your children is both a responsibility and an opportunity. Children don’t come into the world with their character pre-packaged. Rather, it develops and evolves through their early years. Character is learned and thus, is taught. This article shows you how you are key to their learning process.
  Published 07Sep2007, viewed 391 times

• How To Rate Your Boss
  Theodore Roosevelt said, “The best leader is the one who has sense enough to pick good men to do what he wants done, and self-restraint enough to keep from meddling with them while they do it.” This article gives you a strategy you can use to rate your boss and shows you how to evaluate your rating.
  Published 06Sep2007, viewed 326 times

• Can and Did
  How should you approach success? What is the best strategy for blending did and can? Arthur Schopenhauer pointed out, “a man can do as he will, but not will as he will.” The message is that you can’t simply “will” things to happen. You have a wide range of options for doing but no magical powers. This article helps you understand and exploit the options you actually have.
  Published 05Sep2007, viewed 428 times

• The Tie That Binds
  You are about to learn the secret recipe for the tie that binds. The ingredients and how to lovingly combine them have been protected and tenderly passed down, hand-to-hand, through the generations. This article holds the key to a long and satisfying relationship with your beloved.
  Published 31Aug2007, viewed 273 times

• Children Are People Too
  “Children are our most important resource.” This is usually simply asserted as a given, with no further justification or explanation. You have likely heard it so many times that it has become little more than a cliché. It sounds right so everyone just takes it for granted that it’s right; but are children actually “our most important resource?” More to the point, are they a resource at all? This article explores this important question.
  Published 26Aug2007, viewed 347 times

• Leadership and Chaos
  There are many theories that attempt to account for leadership excellence. If one expands beyond excellence to leadership more generally, a close examination of the various theoretical constructs discloses that they are consistently developed either from the perspective of the leader or from that of those who follow. This article offers an alternative perspective for your consideration.
  Published 25Aug2007, viewed 308 times

• Conversations With A Brick
  You likely have many conversations that are just like Kurt Vonnegut said, “People have to talk about something just to keep their voice boxes in working order, so they'll have good voice boxes in case there's ever anything really meaningful to say;” but what if there was at least one situation where you could be assured that the conversation would always be pleasant and easy? If that sounds good, this article is for you.
  Published 22Aug2007, viewed 292 times

• Dave Barry: Diplomat
  Dave Barry said, "I argue very well. Ask any of my remaining friends. I can win an argument on any topic, against any opponent. People know this, and steer clear of me at parties. Often, as a sign of their great respect, they don't even invite me." This self-disclosure prompted Curious George to check around to see just how closely the quotation aligned with reality. This article brings you the inside story.
  Published 18Aug2007, viewed 506 times

• The Ten Commandments Of Leadership
  There are many behaviors and approaches that enhance your ability to work successfully with people, especially if you are in management or supervision. As you know, they also work well within families, with your friends, and as you participate in your community. You are up-to-speed with the latest and greatest strategies and techniques. What you may not know are the ten commandments of leadership. This article brings them to you.
  Published 16Aug2007, viewed 428 times

• Monkey Bridges And PRIDE
  Your personal monkey bridges are usually easy to see. They loom monstrously in the path to your success. Your challenge is to approach each one with PRIDE and then reach down deep inside for the strength and confidence to just do it. This article shows you the meaning of PRIDE and how to handle those pesky monkey bridges that are blocking your path to success.
  Published 10Aug2007, viewed 458 times

• Gurus On Success
  Do you like to pop a tape into your cassette player and learn the secrets of success? Do you enjoy listening to a motivational speaker encouraging you to get your get up and go up and going? Are you eager to take on the tiger, go for the gusto, pursue that pot of gold at the end of your rainbow? If so, this article tells you what world-class success experts agree on when it comes to the ways of winners.
  Published 08Aug2007, viewed 452 times

• Real Writers Get With The Program
  It would be very cool to be a real writer. I experience the creations of people who are and I usually can’t get enough. Once I get started, I can’t quit. They draw me in and there is no letting go until they turn me loose, satisfied and wondering how they do it. It’s amazing. This article may help some with understanding the key to their success.
  Published 02Aug2007, viewed 332 times

• Negotiations: Some Advanced Techniques
  The techniques covered in this article are used by serious and expert negotiators. Watch for them when negotiating. When they appear, know immediately that you are negotiating with an expert. Over time, you will find them becoming more and more a part of your negotiating style.
  Published 31Jul2007, viewed 245 times

• Negotiations: Increasing Your Effectiveness
  In negotiations, Stay relaxed and friendly. Skilled negotiators will try to distract you, will talk about things unrelated to the negotiations, and try to diffuse your focus. Through this process, keep your internal focus, your mind's eye on the negotiations. This article covers this and other critical techniques that characterize highly effective negotiators.
  Published 27Jul2007, viewed 253 times

• Negotiations: Preliminary Tips & Techniques
  Being a good negotiator is a skill you will find useful in many situations. The skills you will develop will facilitate your being more effectively assertive, being a better problem solver, and being a better conflict manager. Developing the skills is sometimes tedious and requires a lot of practice. The payoff is both substantial and positive, though. This article focuses on what needs to happen before negotiations start.
  Published 26Jul2007, viewed 299 times

• Welcome To The World Of Serious Success!
  Business as usual in the world of personal success goes beyond better communication, avoiding things getting screwed up, and the need to take responsibility for outcomes. This article shows you the way to personal success combined with personal excellence.
  Published 24Jul2007, viewed 272 times

• Business As Usual And Other Facts Of Life
  It probably comes as no surprise that merely trusting others is not the end of it. The question is not just, "Who do you trust?" It isn't, "Who trusts you?" either, since even world class scoundrels likely are trusted sometimes by someone. The question is, "Is there any good reason why anyone should trust you?" This article explores this and other principles of personal success.
  Published 11Jul2007, viewed 274 times

• Gossiping & Apple Pie
  Benjamin Franklin said, “I resolve to speak ill of no man whatever, not even in a matter of truth…;” and Carl Sagan said, "If you want to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first create the universe." You may reasonably ask what Gossiping & Apple Pie have to do with each other. Whether this article answers that pressing question is your call. However, it does raise some interesting points, even if the connection is less than obvious.
  Published 08Jul2007, viewed 338 times

• Taking Care Of Business
  Have you ever had it stuck to you by one of those hit and run types whose motto is "Business is Business?" Their trick is to never try to do business tomorrow where they setup shop yesterday. It is a strategy best suited to those whose bottom line is merely the bottom line. If instead, your bottom line depends on long term relationships with your friends and family, customers and co workers, this article is for you.
  Published 05Jul2007, viewed 300 times

• Puppy Power
  I'm sitting here watching our puppy bark at his reflection in the window in the door to the back yard. His goal is to get outside but he has a problem. There is a guard dog on the other side of the window, staying right with him, bark for bark, preventing his exit. He first runs up to the other dog, tries to get past him, then backs away to analyze and evaluate. This article has the rest of the story.
  Published 30Jun2007, viewed 298 times

• Facing Angry Bears & other Realities
  Sometimes you need to take a chance but it’s recommended only when it’s “indicated.” Therein lies the rub. How do you tell when it’s indicated? Some days you get the bear and some days the bear gets you; but you may want to double check to be sure the attack is imminent before you pursue hand to paw combat with the bear. This article tells you how to decide and then shows you the hidden reality behind success and failure.
  Published 29Jun2007, viewed 308 times

• Stop The Bullies
  What is a bully? When does the typical behavior of children (younger and older) stop being normal and expected and transcend to bullying? Those seem like fairly easy questions and they used to have fairly easy answers. We used to know which children were bullies and were reasonably clear about when normal behavior crossed the line into bullying, but no more. This article examines the underlying issues in today’s society.
  Published 28Jun2007, viewed 326 times

• The Mystery Of Intuition
  Intuition is elusive. You know it exists but it’s difficult to explain. You experience insight or understanding; you know what to do or not do; you can predict outcomes and avoid dangers. Jonas Salk said, “Intuition will tell the thinking mind where to look next.” Why do you now know what you didn't know just moments ago? This article helps you better understand your intuitive processes and take full advantage of your hidden, intuitive capacity.
  Published 12Jun2007, viewed 324 times

• Secrets Of Proactive Leadership
  Proactive leaders are cautious without becoming paralyzed by the potential downside of action. They pursue their goals continuously but incrementally, testing/evaluating progress toward the goal. This truth introduces the twelve secrets of Proactive Leadership. This article reveals these secrets and shows you how to incorporate them into your leadership practice.
  Published 10Jun2007, viewed 769 times

• Who Drives You Up The Wall?
  Is there someone where you work who absolutely, totally, and unequivocally drives you up the wall? Do you sometimes feel like climbing the wall all by yourself as the quickest way to escape? If you are saying Yes! Yes! Yes!, this article is just what the doctor ordered. It shows you how to manage those who play B t B: By the Book.
  Published 06Jun2007, viewed 354 times

• Agitators In The Office
  Understanding the motivations of agitators is not too difficult if you look at their behavior and then ask yourself why they are behaving that way. More to the point, what do they get out of it? This article helps you understand their motivations and, more importantly, how to effectively manage their disruptive behavior.
  Published 23May2007, viewed 394 times

• Leave Getting Angry To The Pros
  You may have thought that something or someone ticks you off; you don’t like it; you get angry; and that’s all there is to that. Silly you! Along with getting angry, you need to be sure you get it just right. That means the right person, the right degree, the right time, the right purpose, and the right way. But if you just can’t help getting angry, this article shows you how to do the job with style.
  Published 22May2007, viewed 666 times

• Fathers and Father's Day
  It certainly comes as no surprise that fathers are important or that a special day has been set aside for remembering Dad. Sure, mothers got their day first; but the people in charge of designating special days finally got around to the obvious: Fathers deserve being honored too. This article does that and helps you do it for your dad too.
  Published 16May2007, viewed 543 times

• Nerves And Butterflies
  Just imagine it. There you are, mentally ready and eager; but nerves and those pesky butterflies are holding you back. The next thing you know, you are pacing the floor and ringing your hands. Is that the pits or what, your becoming unhinged over a few uncooperative butterflies? Indeed it is! This article helps you get control of those butterflies and give your success your best.
  Published 11May2007, viewed 607 times

• Management And Guiding Principles
  All management is based on guiding principles. This is true whether the principles are appropriate or inappropriate, reasonable or unreasonable, consistent or inconsistent. This article will help you understand the most appropriate guiding principles and how to use effective strategies to assure organizational excellence and better assure your success as a manager.
  Published 27Apr2007, viewed 839 times

• The Secret “Why” For Writing
  When to write? Where to write? What to write? How to write? These four simple questions hint at profound mysteries and hidden wisdom, secrets known only by the literary elite, the potential for sudden insight and heretofore elusive discoveries. This article opens the door to that secret place, invites you to share in the mystic wisdom. Okay, maybe not; but it does tell you a couple of things you really need to know.
  Published 25Apr2007, viewed 605 times

• The Marriage Triangle
  Think of your marriage as a triangle with lovers, friends, and partners as its sides. Understanding and succeeding in each dimension is the key to happiness, the foundation of the tie that binds. This article helps you understand the marriage triangle and strengthen that tie, strengthen your marriage.
  Published 22Apr2007, viewed 583 times

• Conference Room Wars
  Have you been through the conference room wars? Do you recognize warriors in action or is it just business as usual? Are the players productive and oriented to the goals of their company or are they pursuing their own agendas? There are definitely warriors at work and the article shows you how to successfully manage them.
  Published 21Apr2007, viewed 369 times

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