We all face obstacles in life – in business, careers, relationships, finances and health. I believe that it is the obstacles we face and how we handle or overcome them that define our lives and success and happiness. An obstacle for one person can be an opportunity for growth for someone else. So, what’s the …
We all say goodbye every day – to friends, loved ones and even strangers but let me ask you – have you ever felt sadness in your heart when you uttered these words to someone? I know I have. Goodbye sounds so final sometimes even when we know we will see our loved ones again …
What you pay attention to every minute of each day determines the quality of your life. Whether it is words, the actions of others, the simple things, the negatives or the positives – they influence your beliefs, attitudes, decisions and behavior. Last month I read a great book by, Mario Puig called Reinventing Yourself. …
Ever blamed someone for something? Every blamed an organization or circumstance for something? If you haven't you may want to consider a therapy group or some serious self-introspection. Blame – to consider somebody to be responsible for something wrong or unfortunate that has happened. My definition – failing to take responsibility for results or outcomes …
It doesn't matter if you are 25 going on 26 or 80 going on 81, every day we are all getting older chronologically, but how we age is more a factor of our mindsets and attitudes than the years that pass quickly by. Most of my heroes and mentors lived well into their eighties …
I'm sure you've heard this phrase – what you resists persists. Exactly what does this mean and how does it impact the quality of our future and life in general? Resistance – something that is a source of opposition to the flow of energy. In psychology – the process by which the ego keeps repressed …
You're headed to an important meeting and running a bit late and up ahead you see a sign that says – DETOUR AHEAD. You're first thought is Oh crap; I am going to be late. Ever been in that situation or something similar? We all have at one time or another – maybe not a …
If you could achieve success faster and easier would you be interested? When I have asked this question of my audiences I get a variety of answers; It depends. What will it cost? How much time will it take. Etc. Etc. So let me ask you – If you could achieve success faster and easier …
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If you are over fifty years old I'm sure you are familiar with that old song, Walk Don't Run. If not, no problem just keep reading. Far too many people are rushing through life and heading nowhere. Whether it's behind the wheel, rushing through meetings or the lack of patience when it comes to life's …
As we in America just celebrated our 237th birthday I thought I would share my thoughts on leadership. According to a variety of resources there are over 350 definitions of leadership. Before I begin – I want to state what I feel should be obvious but often isn't – that leadership is not a position …
