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Paul Picket, Join the Flock
March 31, 2016
How You Do Anything is How You Do Everything
By Paul E. Pickett, Chief Development Officer | Franchising
“How You Do Anything is How You Do Everything” – I first heard this saying many years ago during a yoga class of all places. The instructor was speaking about being in the moment and that if you practiced this concept during yoga class, you would start the habit of doing so in other parts
January 29, 2016
How did I do?
By Paul E. Pickett, Chief Development Officer | WBU Business
Everyone wants to know, but how many of us ask, “How did I do?” Getting feedback from your customers, peers or supervisors on how you handled a situation, interaction or conversation can be one of the most productive ways to increase your effectiveness, efficiency and meet your goals. At Wild Birds Unlimited, we have tried
December 13, 2013
Decorate a Wreath for the Birds
By Paul E. Pickett, Chief Development Officer | Birds
I started making bird wreaths back in the 90s for myself and for friends and family who loved birds and bird feeding and who were hard to buy for during the holidays. I have continued to make them for over 20 years and love this tradition each and every year. Since the invention of Bark
Eliminator
July 18, 2013
Who Is Your Customer?
By Paul E. Pickett, Chief Development Officer | Franchising
The other night, I was sitting on our screened porch with a group of friends, catching up and, of course, watching the birds at the feeders outside. One of my friends asked me about a specific feeder that happens to be exclusive to the Wild Birds Unlimited franchise system and how we came up with
House Wren singing on branch, , Bird Photo, Wild Birds Unlimited, WBU
March 4, 2013
Why Do Birds Sing So Early in the Morning?
By Paul E. Pickett, Chief Development Officer | Birds
You head to work early; it’s still dark and cold. It’s too dark and cold to make a logical reason to be up, and already you can hear them – those crazy birds aren’t just awake, they’re already whooping it up with their trills, melodies and crescendos. You are witnessing what is often called the