This is one of many in the Sharpen the Saw series as I take a deep career breath.

I’m spending time this week traveling the Midwest with my brother.  He is a successful owner operator independent trucker but more importantly, a successful businessman who understands customer service, responsiveness, and the art of communication.  His office is on wheels but every bit as functional as any I’ve seen.

His schedule is tight, especially this month. Driving without a load is … expensive.  Lining up loads to be loaded most of the time is efficient but it also requires you go hard whenever.

While preparing for the week, we washed and repaired truck and trailer … and groomed.  You read that right.  My brother had to ask his wife to cut his hair not only because it needed it, but there was no time left for this basic hygiene most take for granted.

Hair is important.

•It draws attention.

-When properly taken care of, it signifies professional, business like and orderly

-When ignored, it communicates apathy to the world.

•Gray hair signifies experience and garners respect.

Examples:

When I took my first executive role, my coach suggested I change my clothes and my hair.

I’ve heard multiple stories of (certain people) placing so much emphasis on their haircut they would come home, look in the mirror and … cry.

My father spent time in the military so guess what type of haircuts we boys got?  Crew cuts!

Like I said, hair is important.

Every little detail matters in how we present ourselves to the public.

Have a blessed weekend!