Below is a collection of Dr. McGlaughlin’s most recent observations (500+). Most of these observations are made throughout the course of everyday life, captured by dictation, and added to FlintsNotes.com. You can read more about the observation capture process here. The content here changes 5 days a week, so be sure to check back often. Also, feel free to leave a comment in the comments section of each observation.

June 4, 2013

On Pascal and The Notion of Value Proposition

It may be that my theory of the value proposition and its exchange sum is rooted in the work of Pascal. In 1670, Pascal postulated the […]
May 31, 2013

On the Two Skills Required of a Great Leader

Every good leader must manage, and every good manager must lead. Still there is a difference in the concepts as a matter emphasis, and some executives […]
May 24, 2013

On the Necessity of Being Selective When Correcting Your Son

A father must pick his battles very carefully. Sometimes we think our job is to correct every weakness. This is fallacious thinking. Wisdom demands that a father […]
May 17, 2013

On Sustaining Velocity in the Purchase Process

The value proposition begins as an abstract concept, but the moment it is engaged by the prospect it enters the time-space continuum. It moves from “thing” […]
May 10, 2013

On Leadership and the Choice between Pervasive Popularity and Meaningful Results

Sometimes, the leader deliberately pushes “the organization” in a way that makes his people feel he is being either unfair or unrealistic. In some cases it […]
May 8, 2013

On the Difference between the Process and the Conclusion

Some people can arrive at a proper conclusion through a poor research process. Never confuse the process with the conclusion. A poor process is an indicator […]
May 7, 2013

On The Difference Between Inserting Yourself and Replacing Yourself

The leader needs to know the difference between inserting themselves and replacing themselves. Leaders often rush around the organization inserting themselves to increase quality or quantity. […]