Naked Service

By Ricky Lyons in : Culture Thoughts // Jul 12 2010

This blog was written after I finished reading Patrick Lencioni’s book Getting Naked. (www.tablegroup.com)

Patrick Lencioni says that when we can demonstrate our vulnerability to people we live and work with, we build stronger relationships, affirm our trust in them, and …(continued)…

Never Quit

By Ricky Lyons in : Culture Thoughts // Jul 9 2010

Recently, I was sitting at  Starbucks with a long-time friend who asked me how we are doing.  He wanted to know how we are succeeding.

My answer to that – “we never, never, never quit”.

I attribute that largely to a quote …(continued)…

Sound of the Guns

By Ricky Lyons in : Culture Thoughts // Jul 8 2010

Think of all the different places one can learn.

Newt's Starbucks Cup Quote

But have you ever thought of Starbucks as a place of learning?  For me, the answer is Yes!  Especially if you ever read the back of a Starbucks …(continued)…

Retailers’ Sales Rise Most in 4 Years, Overcoming Job Concerns

By Adam Lyons in : News // Jul 7 2010

Retailers may have bucked last month’s drop in consumer confidence that threatens to temper the rebound. The year-to- date growth in sales shows that spending, a key driver of the U.S. economy, is faring better than many investors are betting, …(continued)…