By Vernalee
Have you been naughty or nice? What do you want Santa to bring you? You‘ve heard that phrase many times I'm sure. Well the legendary Eartha Kitt answered that very question in 1953. Despite its controversy, "Santa Baby" became the best selling Christmas song that year! Alright then …"Hurry down that chimney Santa."
By Vernalee
As we start the countdown to Christmas, so does our singing of various Christmas themed songs and carols. For those caught up in the commercialization, there is a frequently asked question -
"What do you want for Christmas?" The answers are long, varied, and in many cases precise. Wow, all of this brings me to my million dollar question. Hmmm...I wonder what’s wrapped under the Christmas Tree for me!
By Vernalee
Are you speaking the same language? Are you listening to each other? Is what is being said matches what is being done? Why do you continue to ask certain questions when the answers should be obvious? In other words, is the person “walking the talk?” Comfortably, you should be able to take a colleague's or partner's word and vice versa at face value. Nothing beats a person doing what he/she said. Keeping your word and living up to your commitment are foundational principles. If you can’t satisfy those terms, you may as well close the book altogether. In order to make substantial progress and be in agreement, being on the same page is fundamental. If you have to see, discern, or ask what page you're on after a substantial period of time, there is undoubtedly a disconnect. Being on the same page may not be the right question; remaining where you are with who you are with may be a more suitable ask! This theory applies whether it is a personal or professional relationship. Trust is too essential!
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