Monthly Archives: December 2010

That's not a Disney point

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Mike R

I guess they take Jay-walking seriously? SPOKANE, Washington – Residents in Spokane Washington received an unpleasant gesture from a street sign as they crossed the street.A crosswalk light displayed an image that looked the middle finger, rather than a hand … Continue reading →

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There's an app for that

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Mike R

No kidding. Apps, many of which cost just 99 cents each, have also spawned a cottage industry with thousands of developers, established software vendors and start-ups focused on churning out mobile programs. Gartner estimates that global app sales will total … Continue reading →

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How can you stand the heat?

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Mike R

I moved to Florida in 1989. That is one of the most common questions we’ve been asked over the years. How can I stand the heat? This picture is the best answer to that question. NEW YORK (TheStreet) — Holiday … Continue reading →

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INSANITY

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Mike R

Doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. Which means that making New Years Resolutions is nuts. And there is data to prove it. Quirkology Nearly half (48%) of those who make resolutions do not expect … Continue reading →

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The theory and practice of the learning organization

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Mike R

Why would any organization not want to be a learning organization? According to Peter Senge learning organizations are: …organizations where people continually expand their capacity to create the results they truly desire, where new and expansive patterns of thinking are … Continue reading →

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Quality Service is no accident

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Mike R

Quality Service requires leaders who get “it” And communicate “it” clearly to everyone in the organization Everyone seems to recognize “it” You’ll hear coworkers and leaders described in terms of “it” They get “it”or they don’t get “it” But I … Continue reading →

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I simply remember my favorite things

Posted on December 25, 2010 by Mike R

And then I don’t feel so bad The food service. And, of course, the Crew of the Westerdam You can dream, create, design and build the most wonderful place in the world, but it takes people to make the dream … Continue reading →

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Yes I like Pina Coladas

Posted on December 24, 2010 by Mike R

And Baked Alaska. And Monkeying around. Each post this week has been, light-hearted with musical overtones. Today, we disembark the Westerdam and head for home and return to our daily routine. Our week aboard has been nothing short of fabulous. … Continue reading →

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Stormy weather

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Mike R

I could tell you the seas were a bit rough today. But it seems more convincing to show you. Cruise Director’s “3 O’clock parade” question : “Where does the water in the pool come from? ” Answer: “The ocean. We … Continue reading →

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Sunrise, sunset

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Mike R

Swiftly flow the years. Time flies when you’re having fun. We must be having a blast! Just Sayin’

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